MANTA POINT

Swim with giant manta rays at Manta Point Komodo National Park. Best snorkeling & diving site between Komodo and Tatawa islands - frequent manta sightings year-round from Labuan Bajo.

Swim With The Gentle Giants of Komodo

Dream of swimming with giant manta rays? Manta Point (Karang Makassar) is where dreams come true.

Manta Point is a renowned dive and snorkel site located in the central part of Komodo National Park, situated between Komodo Island and Tatawa. It is famous for frequent and reliable sightings of Manta Rays (Mobula alfredi - Reef Manta) that visit the area year-round.

Why Manta Point is Unmissable:

1. Guaranteed Manta Encounters?
The main attraction: It is famous for frequent and reliable sightings of Manta Rays that visit the area year-round. Manta rays, sometimes in groups, swim gracefully around you as you're surrounded by schools of tropical fish. For many travelers, the highlight of the day was Manta Point.

2. Snorkeling & Diving Paradise
Yes, the shallow depth means manta rays often feed and are cleaned near the surface, giving snorkelers excellent encounters. Snorkeling is approved when surface conditions are calm. It's also one of Komodo's most accessible dive sites - Open Water divers can dive here.

3. The Experience
Snorkel at Manta Point, a natural habitat where manta rays are often seen. Try your luck with the chance to swim with the manta rays. Your guide will prepare you with snorkeling gear, go through the safety routine, and off you go into crystal-clear waters with manta rays, turtles, and colorful fish.

How to Get There:
Manta Point is accessible only by boat. From Labuan Bajo, it's around 45 minutes by speedboat or 2-2.5 hours by traditional phinisi. It's usually scheduled on day 2 or 3 of a multi-day charter, combined with Pink Beach, Taka Makassar sandbar, and Tatawa Besar.

Important Tips:
Manta sightings are year-round but depend on current and plankton. Always keep a safe distance (3-4 meters), never touch them, and follow your ranger's instructions. This is a wild, protected habitat!

Ready to tick off your bucket list? Add Manta Point to your Komodo Day Trip from Labuan Bajo!

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