What is the difference between manta ray Night dive and snorkel?
What is the difference between manta ray Night dive and snorkel? The main difference between a manta ray night snorkel and dive is the location vertically. If you are going on a snorkeling tour, you will stay near the water's surface and hold onto a floating device.
Can I touch a manta ray?
Look, Don't Touch Attempting to closely approach or touch marine animals, like otters, seals, dolphins, sea turtles, or manta rays could seriously injure them, cause them to flee, or evoke aggressive behavior, using up the precious energy they need to perform basic life activities.
Is snorkeling with manta rays ethical?
Whether a manta ray snorkel or dive in Hawaii is ethical is inconclusive. There are strict Manta Ray Tour Operator Standards in place to protect Hawaii's manta rays. But some tours care more for the welfare of the manta rays than others and don't adhere to these rules and there seem to be very few repercussions.
What is the best manta ray night snorkel in the world?
Manta Village (south of Kona) This is the original manta ray night dive location. Manta Village is located off the coast from of the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa in Keauhou, about 7 miles south of Kona. It is the location with the highest success rate in manta ray sightings.
What to do if a manta ray approaches you?
It is best to approach mantas slowly from their side allowing the animal to see you while it can maintain a clear path of travel ahead. Never chase after a manta ray. If you stay still they often come back for a closer look at you. Like you and I, mantas appreciate their personal space.
Can you hug a manta ray?
Manta rays are a protected species in Hawaii and we absolutely do not allow any touching, chasing, or harassing of the manta rays.
Is night snorkeling with manta rays worth it?
Kona manta ray snorkeling is one of the best wildlife experiences not only in Hawaii, but the entire world! Since it's a nighttime activity only accessible on a tour, it's helpful to know some details before diving in. This guide will help you plan your manta ray night snorkel!