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Operator description of Makassar Reef as a shallow drift and snorkel-friendly site.
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Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Manta Point is Komodo's shallow manta cleaning-station reef.
Plan it as a boat-based Komodo manta site: shallow water, mild-to-moderate drift, and frequent boat traffic.
About Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Manta Point is a shallow Komodo cleaning-station reef where mantas cruise over a long ridge of sand and rubble. It is a boat-based drift site that stays popular because the action sits high in the water column and the sight lines are usually clear enough for easy manta watching. Expect eagle rays, sharks, turtles, schooling fish, and plenty of surface activity when the current is moving.
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Research Estimate At Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery crowded
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Manta Point , Makassar Reef?
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Manta Point , Makassar Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 15m
Depth Note
Gentle drift dive commonly done around 10–15 m.
Best Season
November to February is the strongest manta season; diving is possible year-round.
Typical Conditions
Usually a shallow drift over a sandy-rubble ridge with mild-to-moderate current and lots of boat traffic.
Safety & Access At Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Stay off the bottom, keep clear of the mantas, and let the guide manage position over the cleaning station when current or boat traffic builds.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only. Plan it through a guide, day boat, or liveaboard rather than as a shore dive.
Legal Notes
Komodo National Park rules apply; do not touch or block manta cleaning stations and follow your guide's instructions.
Local Intel For Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Beginner-friendly drift dive around 10–15 m.
Freediving
Good snorkel and breath-hold conditions on calm days in the shallow ridge zone, but this is best treated as a guided site where you do not chase the animals.
Snorkeling
One of Komodo's better snorkel sites when current and boat traffic are manageable, with mantas often visible from the surface.
Wildlife at Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Manta Point , Makassar Reef
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Manta Point , Makassar Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
