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Nightswimming With Manta Rays in Hawaii

Much like we found something to do in Las Vegas during the day, we have a suggestion for exploring Hawaii at night.

If you’re on the Big Island of Hawaii and somehow find yourself tired with the usual surf and sand activities, then you may want to check out some of the island’s undersea offerings once the sun goes down.

Join one of the many guides off the Kona coast and get down with the manta rays. No need to fear these big critters as they don’t have any teeth or barbs--maybe they're even friendly? There are plenty of opportunities for both snorkelers and divers, so there’s really no excuse to dive in after hours.

Once the sun sets, you’ll meet your guide and review the do's and don'ts. Most of the tours offer up a midnight plankton snack for the rays as well as underwater lighting to get their attention. All you do is float, watch, and try to stay calm as the rays “fly” past you. Depending on your guide, it should set you back about $100 a person.

Related Stories:
·Manta Ray Dives Hawaii [Official Site]
·Jack's Diving Locker [Official Site]
·Big Island Travel coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: TANAKA Juuyoh]