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Official Ishigaki diving page covering summer/early-autumn manta windows and equipment pickup.
Dive Spot Guide•
Manta Ray Scrumble
Boat-only manta cleaning station off northwest Ishigaki.
Boat-only manta stop off Kabira; plan around tide windows and local operator calls for the calmest, cleanest viewing.
About Manta Ray Scrumble
Boat-access manta site off northwest Ishigaki, centered on a small offshore rise that works as a cleaning station. The draw is repeated manta passes over reef structure rather than a fixed-entry route, so the best plan is a flexible boat window that follows tide and sea-state calls from the local operator. Calmer days give the easiest viewing for scuba, snorkel, or surface checks.
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Research Estimate At Manta Ray Scrumble
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Manta Ray Scrumble?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Manta Ray Scrumble Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 20m
Depth Note
Overall site depth is around 10–20 m; manta rays are often seen at roughly 5–10 m near the cleaning station.
Best Season
Summer to early autumn
Typical Conditions
Tide is relatively calm but can become stronger at times.
Safety & Access At Manta Ray Scrumble
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Tide is usually calm but can strengthen at times; plan dives for appropriate tidal conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the Kabira area can be unavailable during north winds.
Legal Notes
Follow local manta-viewing rules and operator briefings; do not chase, crowd, or touch wildlife.
Local Intel For Manta Ray Scrumble
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Typical dive depths are around 10–20 m.
Snorkeling
Manta rays may be seen at roughly 5–10 m, allowing viewing by snorkeling.
Wildlife at Manta Ray Scrumble
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Manta Ray Scrumble
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Manta Ray Scrumble
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
