

Best for advanced divers, 9-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Flying Manta is a boat-access drift and reef site located off Little Tobago. The site is defined by strong currents that carry divers across the reef, requiring advanced certification and solid buoyancy control. Depths range from 9 to 30 metres, with visibility varying between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius. Divers must be prepared to manage potential current shifts and maintain proximity to the boat line. Due to the nature of the currents and the technical requirements of the site, it is strictly suited for advanced divers.
11.30670, -60.50789
Confirm current direction and strength with your dive operator before entering, as conditions can change quickly and affect your pick-up point. Check locally on facilities, as nothing is guaranteed at the site itself.
Boat-accessed reef site off Tobago on the Atlantic side.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jun, Nov
No, this site requires an advanced certification due to the strong currents and the need for precise buoyancy control.
The site features depths ranging from 9 to 30 metres.
Flying Manta is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the location.
June and November are the recommended months for optimal conditions at this site.
The main hazards are strong currents and the risk of entanglement, which requires maintaining strict buoyancy control.
Diving at Flying Manta in Tobago requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Flying Manta in Tobago. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Flying Manta in Tobago can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Flying Manta in Tobago typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.