

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Manta Passe is a drift dive located in the North Ari Atoll, featuring a wall and drop-off structure. Divers typically explore between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents and surge. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Due to the potential for shifting currents and significant depth, divers must maintain awareness of their position relative to the wall to avoid contact with sharp coral. A typical dive lasts 50 minutes. Always brief the boat crew on your exit plan before entering the water.
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Pay close attention to the current direction before you descend, as it can shift at depth and push you into the wall or away from your pickup point. Brief your boat crew on your planned exit before you enter the water.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers who are comfortable managing buoyancy and reading currents along a wall.
The site ranges from 20 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site and for your exit.
Hazards include deep water, strong and shifting currents, surge, and sharp coral on the wall.
Diving at Manta Passe in North Ari Atoll requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Manta Passe in North Ari Atoll. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Manta Passe in North Ari Atoll. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Manta Passe in North Ari Atoll typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.