Manta City Point - Ishigaki & Yaeyama

Manta City Point, off Ishigaki, is exactly what it sounds like. We’re talking a consistent spot for manta ray encounters, often close-up. The site itself is pretty shallow, maxing out at 14m, which means plenty of bottom time and good light for spotting these gentle giants as they cruise past cleaning stations. It’s a straightforward dive, perfect for beginners or anyone who just wants to hang out with mantas without a lot of fuss. Just remember to be patient; they’ll show up.

Location
Ishigaki & Yaeyama, Japan, East Asia
Coordinates
24.488200, 124.118600
Maximum Depth
14m
Difficulty
Beginner

Marine Protected Area: 沖縄県漁業調整規則第37条表第1号

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Marine Life in Ishigaki & Yaeyama

Home to 442 recorded species including 289 reef fish, 119 hard corals, 8 seagrass & algae, 6 sea cucumbers, 6 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 crabs & lobsters.

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