Is Swimming with Manta Rays Safe for Children? Why We Don’t Take Kids Under 12 Years Old
Swimming with manta rays can be perfectly safe for children - however, there are multiple reasons why we don’t take kids along on our manta ray moonlight swims.
Swimming with Manta Rays
Experience the life-changing adventure of swimming with manta rays around Kona, Hawaii. We encourage sustainable tourism and follow strict guidelines to not only educate our visitors about manta rays and other marine life around the Big Island, but also be the advocate of those gentle giants.
Swimming with manta rays is a unique experience that can be done either by snorkelling or scuba diving, either at night or during the daytime.
7 most heart-warming manta ray stories of 2021
Swimming with reef sharks, going the distance, speed-healing injuries and more: here are the most noteworthy stories of 2021 featuring manta rays.
Ocean Safety – Why it Matters & How to Check the Ocean Forecast
Drowning is the third cause of accidental death, and often happens to unprepared adventure seekers. Here's how to check the ocean forecast before you dive in!
The 3 Manta Ray Viewing Sites in Kona, Hawaii
All about the different viewing sites for manta rays around Kona, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Read about the location, history and manta sightings for each manta viewpoint.
Are Manta Rays Dangerous?
Are manta rays dangerous - or do they need to defend themselves against predators? Read all about the manta rays' defence mechanisms.
Guidelines for Interacting with Manta Rays
11 important rules for swimming with manta rays in a way that's safe and sustainable... A must-read before any manta ray dive!
What’s the Best Time to Swim with Manta Rays in Hawaii?
Determine the best time to see manta rays in Hawaii based on ocean conditions and the probability of manta sightings.
Hawaii Volcano Eruption – One Year Later
It was about one year ago when spectacular images were broadcast around the world because of volcanic activity at ...
How much is a manta ray worth?
Is a manta ray worth more dead or alive? How much is a manta ray worth actually? Here are the facts about the value of manta rays.
4 Steps to Wear Comfortable Snorkeling and Diving Equipment
Before diving into the ocean for snorkeling or scuba diving, it's important to get comfortable with your equipment. Here are four steps to help you feel at ease and ready to enjoy your underwater adventure!
What’s the Maximum Age for Swimming with Manta Rays?
While swimming with manta rays at night isn't great for young children, there is no official maximum age for it - read our experiences in this article!
Are Manta Ray Expeditions Harmful to Manta Rays?
Are manta ray expeditions harmful to manta rays? Discover the answer from both the mantas perspective and the human standpoint.
Why you should never ever touch a manta ray
One of the most frequently asked questions we get is “Can we touch the mantas?” and the short answer is NO. It can hurt them! Read the article to understand what can happen when you touch a manta.
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