Reef · Drift

A horseshoe bay on Penida’s exposed south-west coast where reef manta rays queue at cleaning stations on coral bommies, Manta Point delivers reliable encounters year-round. Surface conditions can be rough thanks to Indian Ocean swell, but mantas regularly hover at 5–15 m for divers and snorkellers alike.
Typical current strength at this dive site
Noticeable current requiring some effort to swim against. Good buoyancy control recommended.
Strength Scale
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Monthly conditions and seasonal highlights — tap a month
Peak diving season with optimal visibility, calm seas, and best marine life encounters.
3 species recorded at this site
Be aware of these potential hazards at this dive site
Surge
MediumExposed south-west coast with significant Indian Ocean swell
Boat traffic
MediumHeavy day-trip traffic at the cleaning station — stay close to the reef on ascent
Certification Required
A minimum of Open Water certification is required to dive this site.
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Vertical range at this site
Minimum Depth
16 ft
Shallowest point
Average Depth
39 ft
Typical dive depth
Maximum Depth
66 ft
Deepest point
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