Mantas and More
Protected Area
Lhazikuraadi/Hakura Thila
Why dive here
With 100+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Mantas and More offers some of South Malé Atoll's richest channel diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Mantas and More, sitting in South Malé Atoll, often delivers exactly what the name implies, particularly during the right season. This reef is around 25m deep, a comfortable intermediate dive, and our experiences here during the northeast monsoon (roughly December to May) have been great for spotting mantas as they feed on plankton blooms. You’ll typically drift along the reef edge, keeping an eye on the channel for the manta rays sweeping by, often accompanied by blacktip reef sharks. It’s not the most colourful reef in the Maldives, but if pelagics are your aim, it’s a reliable bet, though strong currents can pick up, so be prepared for a bit of a ride.
Typical Mantas and More Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Mantas and More
Mantas and More Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Mantas and More, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (3.81, 73.42) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 28.5–30.4°C
Current Speed
15 cm/s
Direction: SE (143.1°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.266 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
35.25 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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