#manta ray hawaii

Currently there are no laws or rules that regulate manta ray diving or viewing activities in the Hawaiian Islands. Officials with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources say this has led to overcrowding and associated safety concerns and user conflicts, and environmental impacts. 

Officials say commercial manta ray night snorkeling and diving tours at Makako Bay fronting the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort in Kona have expanded considerably, and regulation is in order to preserve the resource and prevent dangers posed by overcrowding.