

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Manta Ray Passage in the Yasawa Islands is a shallow reef and drift site located 300 metres from shore. Reaching depths of 2 to 18 metres with an average of 10 metres, this site is accessible by boat. Divers and snorkellers encounter a variety of reef fish, including very common wrasses. Other species recorded here include saddled butterflyfish, sling-jaw wrasse, speckled butterflyfish, teardrop butterflyfish, lagoon triggerfish, blackback anemonefish, bird wrasse, longnose filefish, pennant bannerfish, rock cod, bicolor angelfish, eastern triangular butterflyfish, and orangestripe triggerfish. Conditions feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres, though visitors should be aware of potential surge and strong currents.
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The passage is best visited at the turn of the tide when manta rays gather to feed on plankton.
Access is by boat from nearby resorts. Swimming from the shore is prohibited due to strong currents.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers and snorkellers regularly encounter wrasses, which are very common. Other species recorded at the site include various butterflyfish, triggerfish, anemonefish, longnose filefish, pennant bannerfish, rock cod, and bicolor angelfish.
Yes, Manta Ray Passage is suitable for beginners, though visitors should be mindful of potential surge and strong currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required to reach Manta Ray Passage, which is located 300 metres from shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Manta Ray Passage in Yasawa Islands typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.