Manta Run

Derawan Islands, Indonesia Derawan Islands Marine Conservation Area

4.0 (1 review)

Beginner

Shallow manta ray feeding ground and cleaning station.

Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located a half hour from the Green Nirvana Maratua Resort, on a small island. This area is renowned for its abundant plankton, which attracts magnificent manta rays that frequently feed near the surface. Divers have also observed manta rays visiting a nearby cleaning station—a natural service where smaller fish remove parasites from the larger rays. The location offers a unique opportunity to witness these gentle giants in their feeding grounds and observe the delicate interactions within their ecosystem.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Fair
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

manta raycoral reef

Marine Life

Manta RayCleaner WrassePlanktonVarious Reef Fish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow 15m max depth and surface-level manta ray encounters.

Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:

Moderate

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