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Madrépore Manta Point
Boat-access reef dive with manta-ray chances and rich fish life.
Local operator required
Boat access and tide timing make a local operator the practical choice.
Madrépore Manta Point is a tide-sensitive boat dive off Nosy Be with a two-step reef profile, a garden-eel corridor, and lively reef life.
About Madrépore Manta Point
Madrépore Manta Point is a boat-access Nosy Be reef dive with a two-step profile, a garden-eel corridor, and a bright coral top. Tide timing matters, but the reward is a lively mix of manta-ray chances, stingrays, frogfish, crocodile fish, scorpionfish, lionfish, and reef fish moving over the sand and coral. It feels like a classic offshore reef outing rather than a simple shore site.
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Research Estimate At Madrépore Manta Point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Madrépore Manta Point?
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Madrépore Manta Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 21m
Depth Note
The site is split between two reef sections, one around 21 m and another around 15 m, with a garden-eel field between them.
Best Season
April to December is the steadier Nosy Be diving window; manta encounters remain seasonal.
Typical Conditions
Offshore, tide-sensitive boat dive with a reef-and-sand profile and lively marine life.
Safety & Access At Madrépore Manta Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Brief for the tide change and the reef-sand transition; stay centered over the site when the water is moving.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; tide timing matters, and a local briefing is the practical way to line up the entry.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-area rules and operator instructions before entering the site.
Local Intel For Madrépore Manta Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba is the right fit here; the site is built around a reef top, a garden-eel corridor, and a second reef section.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the profile and boat access are better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Surface snorkeling is limited; the main interest sits below the surface reef.
Wildlife at Madrépore Manta Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Madrépore Manta Point
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Madrépore Manta Point
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