

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Manta Point in Padang Bai is a reef and wall dive site requiring boat access. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents, surge, and potential thermoclines that can cause water temperatures to drop significantly, sometimes reaching 15 to 18°C. Due to these variable conditions and cold water, a 5mm or 7mm wetsuit is recommended. The site is suited for intermediate divers. Hazards include boat traffic, strong currents, and cold water. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 25 metres, with a standard dive duration of approximately 45 minutes.
-8.82120, 115.55500
Fin when the surge pushes you forward, and stop finning when it pushes back.
Access is only possible by boat from Toyapakeh, a journey of about 45 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents, surge, and cold water thermoclines.
Access to this site is by boat only, as it is located 2700 metres from the shore.
Temperatures generally range from 25 to 29°C, but thermoclines can cause temperatures to drop to between 15 and 27°C. A 5mm or 7mm wetsuit is recommended.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, strong currents, surge, and cold water.
Diving at Manta Point in Toyapakeh requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Manta Point in Toyapakeh. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Manta Point in Toyapakeh are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.