Manta cleaning station with a reef wall and easy drift.
Manta cleaning station with a reef wall and easy drift.
Also known as Moofushi Manta Point, this is a manta cleaning station on a reef plateau in Ari Atoll. Seasonal manta action is the main draw, with whitetip and grey reef sharks, eagle rays, napoleon wrasse, tuna, and trevally often adding to the show. The reef wall can turn the dive into a relaxed drift when conditions allow.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m - 30m
Depth Note
A large block sits at about 16 m on a plateau that drops to around 30 m.
Best Season
December to April
Typical Conditions
Easy boat dive on a plateau and reef wall. Current is usually limited to medium, and the site can turn into a drift when the water moves.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Current can build on the wall, so keep the dive flexible and stay close to the group.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Can be extended with a drift along the reef wall.
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.
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