Manta Alley

Best time to dive

September to January; October to December; December to March

What you might see

• BarracudaLikely
• Grey reef sharkLikely
• Manta rayLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes (guided) - surface mantas often visible, weather/tide dependent

Safety notes

Strong surge/current, cold thermoclines, murky low-viz patches at depth, weather-dependent access (can be un-diveable in rough conditions)

Permits & fees

Komodo National Park entrance ~IDR 250,000/day + conservation fee ~IDR 100,000 + harbour fee ~IDR 25,000 + diving surcharge ~IDR 25,000/diver/day; daily visitor cap ~1,000 park-wide; book via SiORA system

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Labuan Bajo