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Manta Point dive site

Manta Point in Komodo. Now, this is one of those spots that truly delivers on its name. We love it because it’s exactly what it says on the tin: mantas. Lots of them. You usually drop in with a bit of current, a gentle drift really, and within minutes you're hanging out watching these gentle giants circle the cleaning stations. The water often has a milky appearance from the plankton, which is what draws the mantas in, so don't expect 30-meter visibility. But honestly, who cares when you've got three or four reef mantas gliding past, sometimes so close you can hear the whoosh of water as they turn? It’s pure theatre. We’ve spent whole dives just kneeling on the sandy bottom, maybe 10 to 15 metres down, completely mesmerized. Look out for the black-blotched wrasse and various angelfish flitting around the coral bommies while you wait for the main event. It’s a site for anyone who appreciates big animal encounters and isn’t fussed about pristine wide-angle reef shots. Just enjoy the show.