Manta Point (Komodo)
Also known as: Karang Makassar, Makassar Reef
Best time to dive
January to December; April to November
What you might see
- Eagle rayPossible
- Flamboyant cuttlefishLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Manta rayLikely
- NudibranchLikely
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) - site is snorkeller-friendly, mantas often near surface
Safety notes
Blue-ring octopus (do not touch), strong/variable current, long surface drifts (seasickness risk), strict no-touch/no-chase manta etiquette enforced by park rangers
Permits & fees
Komodo NP entrance + diving surcharge (same structure as other central sites, ~IDR 250,000+ per day) - manta interaction rules enforced by rangers
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Labuan Bajo
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.