Spot page covers depth profile, current, seasonal fish schools, and manbo sightings.
Usami boat reef with soft corals and big-fish action.
Usami boat reef with soft corals and big-fish action.
Usami Manbo Point is a short-ride boat reef off Usami, built around rocky structure, soft corals, and mixed fish activity that works for both wide-angle and macro attention. It suits planned boat dives, with regular chances of larger animals, but still rewards a proper operator briefing, solid buoyancy, and attention to changing current and water clarity.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 25m
Depth Note
Buoy-line start is around 12 m; the main profile runs to about 25 m, with deeper sand farther out.
Best Season
Year-round, with autumn clearest and winter strongest for larger encounters.
Typical Conditions
Short-ride boat reef with soft corals, mixed fish schools, occasional current, and seasonal visibility swings.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Shark sightings are reported; divers should maintain appropriate distance and situational awareness.
Access Restrictions
Boat access through a local operator is the practical norm.
Legal Notes
Standard boat-dive procedures apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat dive on a rocky reef with a buoy-line start and a deeper outer slope.
Freediving
Possible on calm days, but the site is primarily a scuba boat dive.
Snorkeling
Not the main use case; the reef and wildlife are better appreciated underwater.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Spot page covers depth profile, current, seasonal fish schools, and manbo sightings.
Usami section highlights bullhead sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, and beginner suitability.
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