Manta Dive-garden Eel Cove

Sunset reef dive followed by a spectacular manta ray night dive.

Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers a unique experience with two distinct dives. The first involves exploring a vibrant reef and encountering a spectacular colony of swaying Garden Eels as the sun begins to set. After this initial exploration, divers have an opportunity to enjoy a beautiful Hawaiian sunset, relax, and perhaps indulge in a meal ashore. The second dive descends into darkness, providing a chance to witness nocturnal marine life. Divers use their lights to observe Manta Rays gliding in from the depths, feeding on plankton attracted by the light source. This location showcases the beauty of both daytime reef ecosystems and captivating nighttime encounters with large pelagic species.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

manta raynight divecoral reefbeginner friendlyboat divewide angleturtle

Marine Life

Manta RayHawaiian Garden EelGreen Sea TurtleYellow TangReef Triggerfish (Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa)ParrotfishMoray EelPorcupine PufferfishPorites coralCauliflower coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depths and established, controlled procedures for the manta dive make it accessible for most divers.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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