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Dive Spot Guide•
Manta point
Advanced manta cleaning station in Hienghene.
Local operator required
The pass-exit current setup makes local timing and briefing important.
Advanced blue-water manta site at a pass exit; plan it as a boat dive with current awareness, disciplined timing, and a good guide.
About Manta point
Manta point in Hienghene is a blue-water manta cleaning station at a pass exit, where oceanic and reef mantas circle above the reef and offshore pelagic life can appear. The site is advanced because the descent happens in current and the dive depends on timing, a clean entry, and steady control in open water. Plan on a patient observation stop rather than a fast pass, and keep neutral trim so the mantas can move through the cleaning station without disruption.
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Research Estimate At Manta point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Manta point?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Manta point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
February through June, with chances year-round.
Typical Conditions
Blue-water descent, meeting currents near the pass exit, and manta-cleaning behavior on the reef.
Safety & Access At Manta point
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
This is an advanced site. Keep close to the guide, manage the blue-water descent carefully, and stay clear of the mantas and cleaning fish.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator and marine-area rules for wildlife interaction and site entry.
Local Intel For Manta point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Recommended for good/experienced divers; descent is done in the blue near converging currents at a pass exit.
Recent Logged Visits At Manta point
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Manta point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
