Manuelita Island
Also known as: Manuelita Deep, Manuelita Garden
Best time to dive
January to December; June to December
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
- Tiger sharkPossible
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
Not a snorkel site - Not offered commercially - all diving here is boat-based scuba
Safety notes
Strong current/turbulence on north wall, extreme depths if straying off Manuelita Deep profile, night-dive shark activity requires strict buoyancy/light discipline
Permits & fees
Cocos Island National Park fee (~$50, bundled by liveaboard); liveaboard-only access
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Chatham Bay
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.