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The 15 Best Snorkelling & Manta Ray Tours in the USA

95 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Hawaii and the Florida Keys carry almost all of it, and the manta trips run after dark. The 15 below compare the reefs, the boats and the night dives on price, group size and how much time is actually in the water.

Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling - Waimanalo, Mokoliʻi, and the windward side
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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

1.Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations plus Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,669 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $109Our pick

This 8 to 10-hour Oahu circle tour pairs coastal lookouts, North Shore surf beaches, farms, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and one hour of snorkeling. Pickup is offered from Honolulu hotels. Guides vary, with Aka, Kat, Dylan, and others praised for humor, island knowledge, and warm storytelling. Expect a 25 to 50-seat bus and a busy day.

“Aka was great and thanks victor for getting us everywhere safely aka explained everything very well and my wife and I will remember this forever”

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel - Getting ready for the night snorkel
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

2.Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,656 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Meet Hang Loose Boat Tours at Keauhou Bay for a short evening cruise, sunset views, and a guided night snorkel with manta rays. Bryce, Noah, Vince, Aden, Jordan, and other crew members are praised for safety and calm support. Gear, flotation aids, wetsuit tops, snacks, and water are included. You must already be comfortable swimming and snorkeling.

“Crew was the best Aden and Jordan. They made sure the passengers were ok or had any questions. They did their best with the weather situation.”

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Oahu's Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More - Halona Blowhole, Eternity Beach, and Sandy Beach
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Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

3.Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,461 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $108

This 10 to 12 hour circle island tour covers Diamond Head Lookout, Hanauma Bay, Halona Blowhole, Nuʻuanu Pali, North Shore beaches, Haleiwa, turtle snorkeling, Dole Plantation, and local food stops. Guides such as Cap and Dirk are known for lively island commentary. Expect a full day on the road, a group of up to 40, and a rocky snorkeling site where turtles are not guaranteed.

“We are first time visitors to Hawaii. This is a great tour to get to know Oahu outer area. Highly recommend!!!”

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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups - Waimanalo, Makapu’u, and the windward side
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Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

4.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling— Small-Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,214 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend about eight hours circling Oahu by air-conditioned minibus, with stops at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Kualoa Point, Sunset Beach, Dole Plantation, and a North Shore turtle beach. Snorkel gear, a local guide, and Waikiki pickup are included. Guides such as Nevin, Raul, Justin, and Mike are known for island stories and friendly help in the water.

“We had a great tour of the island of Oahu. We didn’t participate in the snorkeling but Justin found a location for us in the shade where we could watch the turtles. Justin was entertaining and took time to make sure each individual in the tour had personal attention to make sure they were having wonderful tour.”

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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion - The Turtle Canyon swim
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Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

5.Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,656 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Join Living Ocean Tours for a two-hour boat trip from Honolulu to Waikiki’s Turtle Canyon. Your guide provides snorkel gear, a water briefing, and help in the sea. Look for green sea turtles and reef fish, with possible dolphins, flying fish, or winter humpback whales. Guides including Chance and Aaron have earned praise for clear instruction and friendly care.

“Great tour, loved swimming with the turtles. Guides took great care of everyone. Learned a lot. Thank you”

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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time - Watching wild dolphins from a sailing catamaran
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Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

6.Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,362 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $57

Sail from Panama City Beach on Island Time’s spacious catamaran to Shell Island, watching for wild dolphins along the way. At the island, use provided snorkel gear and paddleboards, ride the waterslide, or walk the beach for shells. A crew including Captain Clay, Heath, Sarah, Emma, and Carter may vary by departure.

“The captain, Keith and his crew were very informative and helpful. Their goal was to help us have a wonderful trip and it met our expectations and more. The attention to detail including doing everything to assure we saw loads of schools of dolphins up close! It was a cold and windy day and they offered us to stay below deck to keep the wind and cold blocked as much as possible! If their were 10 stars we would rate them 10 out of 10! We highly recommend this trip!”

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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu - The boat ride past Diamond Head and Waikiki
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Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

7.Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure in Waikiki, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,197 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85

Join Charter Oahu for a two-hour boat trip from Ala Moana Harbor to Turtle Canyon. Captain Chris, Lily, Sophia, Zoey, Angelina, and Lilian are among the crew members who may guide you. You get snorkel gear, flotation aids, snacks, juice, and time to spot green sea turtles, angelfish, and reef fish.

“Our Our family of four went to Turtle Canyon, and it was a great experience for everyone—snorkelers and non-snorkelers alike. Two of us were excited to get in the water, while the other two were a little hesitant, but the staff did an amazing job making all of us feel comfortable and welcome from the start. They were patient, encouraging, and really catered to each person’s needs without any pressure. The best part? Even the two who chose not to snorkel still got to see sea turtles, which made the trip feel totally worth it for the whole family. If you’re traveling with a mixed group (some eager, some unsure),…”

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Oahu Shark Dive - The safety briefing sets the tone
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Oahu Shark Dive

8.Oahu Shark Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,903 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

From Haleiwa, you’ll cruise into open Pacific waters with an experienced crew, then enter a secure cage for close views of wild sharks. You may see Galapagos, sandbar, or hammerhead sharks, plus dolphins, turtles, and winter humpback whales. Maddie and Emma are among the friendly crew members praised for clear instructions and calm support.

“It was amazing we were even able to hear and see whale.would highly recommend it to everyone. Our tour guys did an amazing job!”

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The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer - What happens at River Ventures before you board
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The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

9.The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

River Ventures takes you through Kings Bay and the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge to find wild manatees. You receive a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, safety briefing, and an in-water guide who helps you float calmly near the animals. Guides such as Piper, Maleah, Natalie, and JJ have earned praise for their care and clear instruction. Photos are sold separately.

“If you want a friendly service that believes in the conservation of Manatees, who take you in magical tours and are caring and kind then use River Ventures. So organised and professional....but mainly fun.”

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Big Island: Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour in Keauhou Harbor - From Keauhou Harbor to the feeding site in three minutes
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Big Island: Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour in Keauhou Harbor

10.Kona Manta Ray Snorkel Tour in Keauhou Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,465 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25Best value

Meet at Keauhou Harbor, collect your snorkel gear, and take a three-minute night boat ride to Kona’s manta feeding area. Up to 30 minutes in the water brings you close to rays drawn by a 150,000-lumen light board. Guides such as Greg focus on safety, clear instructions, and calm support for nervous swimmers.

“The experience was wonderful and the workers very friendly and nice it was such a big success will recommend everyone to come”

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Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure - The catamaran ride past Diamond Head
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Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure

11.Submarine Scooter Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,273 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $188

You ride a self-propelled underwater scooter beneath Maunalua Bay while a guide stays with you and points out fish, coral, and green sea turtles. The 2-hour trip includes a catamaran ride past Diamond Head, snorkel gear, a wetsuit top, snacks, and drinks. No swimming or scuba experience is needed, but check the age, size, and health rules before booking.

“This was amazing we didn't have that lil boat as other review are saying. The boat ride was about 15-20mins they provide chips and water we had very good instructions and divers to help they let you take your time going under and good at reassuring because I dont know how to swim and we seen at least 20 dolphins that stayed by the boat which they said never happened some people seen turtles I personally did it but at the bottom you do see a whole classy fish that gives you fish food connected to your scooters so what should just squeeze that they come close to you to…”

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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch - Snorkeling, flotation, and getting back aboard
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Big Island: Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

12.Captain Cook Snorkel On A Power Catamaran With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,232 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Cruise from Honokohau Harbor to historic Kealakekua Bay aboard a power catamaran with Hang Loose Boat Tours. Captain Aiden, Captain Bryce, Jordan, Kiwami, and the crew may share local history, search for dolphins and winter humpback whales, and guide you to clear water filled with reef fish. Snorkel gear, lunch, drinks, a rinse shower, and boat slides are included.

“Super fun and knowledgeable! Very informative about the reef and marine animals. Staff was super friendly! Will definitely be coming back!”

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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town - Breakfast before the open-water ride
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Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

13.Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,221 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Meet at Maalaea Harbor for a 5.5-hour catamaran trip to Molokini Crater and a second stop at Turtle Town or Coral Gardens. You get breakfast, lunch, gear, flotation aids, onboard history, two restrooms, and help from the crew. The captain chooses sites according to sea conditions, so wildlife and the exact second stop can change.

“Its super amazing staff, safety by life guard, food, beautiful aquatic life and an amazing experience”

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KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings - What happens before you enter the water
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KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings

14.KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,212 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Join My Kona Adventures at 78-7138 Kaleiopapa Street for a short ride to Kona’s manta viewing area. On the 23-foot RHIB boat, guides such as Taco, Peyton, Mike, and Rocky explain manta behavior before you spend 25 to 30 minutes in the water. Snorkeling, fuel fees, and taxes are included. Wetsuits cost extra.

“Wonderful adventure! Capt Mike did great job and Taco told us all about the mantas. He was great and very informative. Keiki helped with everything else. Water was not too cold, boat ride short and amazing time in the water. Such beautiful majestic creatures.”

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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed - Waikiki and Diamond Head from the water
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Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

15.Waikiki Catamaran Snorkel Sail with Lunch: Turtles Guaranteed

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,109 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Sail from Kewalo Basin aboard the power catamaran Honu Lani, then snorkel with green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon. A guide joins you in the water, and the crew provides premium gear, flotation devices, drinks, and lunch on the midday trip. Watch for dolphins and seasonal whales along the Waikiki coast.

“Great experience! The crew was very experienced and made sure we all felt safe and secure. They were very knowledgeable and made out adventure that much more intriguing.”

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