

Best for beginner divers, 14-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Manta Wai is a reef dive located off Mansuar Island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. The site is well-suited for beginners, featuring manageable depths between 14 and 15 metres. Divers typically spend 60 minutes exploring the reef, where mild currents provide a relaxed environment. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, consistently between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to the site is by boat, and local dive shops provide guided tours, air fills, and equipment rental for those who prefer not to travel with their own gear.
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Book a guided tour through the dive shop, especially as a beginner, since a local guide will know exactly where to position you on the reef to make the most of the visibility on any given day. All essential equipment, including tanks and gear rental, is available on site, so you don't need to travel with bulky kit.
Access is typically via liveaboard cruise or land-based resorts in the Raja Ampat archipelago.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering manageable depths and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges between 14 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this reef site.
The site is supported by local dive shops offering guided tours, air fills, and equipment rental.
Diving at Manta Wai in Raja Ampat requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Manta Wai in Raja Ampat are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Manta Wai in Raja Ampat should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Manta Wai in Raja Ampat typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Manta Wai in Raja Ampat typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.