

Best for advanced divers, 18-37m, boat entry, mild current.
Manta Point in the North and Central Atolls is a drift dive site suited for advanced divers. The reef structure sits at depths between 18 and 37 metres. Divers should expect mild currents that can strengthen quickly, alongside surge that requires precise buoyancy control. Visibility fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and due to active boat traffic, divers must use a surface marker buoy and signal the boat before surfacing. Guided tours and air fills are available for this 60-minute dive. Divers are advised to position themselves downcurrent from the reef structures to observe the area effectively.
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Visibility at Manta Point varies considerably, so getting an early read on conditions from your guide before the dive is worth doing rather than assuming the 30-metre end of the scale. Position yourself downcurrent from the reef structures to make the most of what the drift brings past you.
Accessible by a 30-90 minute boat ride from Malé or nearby resorts like Baros, Bandos, or Kurumba.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-37m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth range, potential for strengthening currents, and surge conditions.
The working depth range for this site is between 18 and 37 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required for access.
Water temperatures are consistent throughout the year, ranging between 28C and 29C.
Because boat traffic is active in the area, you must ascend using a surface marker buoy and signal the boat before surfacing.
Diving at Manta point in Dhihdhoo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Manta point in Dhihdhoo. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Manta point in Dhihdhoo are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.