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Manta Scramble Suggest edit

Japan Suggest · Okinawa Prefecture Suggest
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IntermediateDifficulty
AdvancedRecommended cert
30Max dive depth
30.0 mSite max depth
15.0–30.0 mVisibility
ModerateCurrent
MildSurge
60 minAvg dive time
May to OctoberBest months
26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)
22.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Manta Scramble is a renowned dive site located in the Ryukyu archipelago near Ishigaki Island, famous for its seasonal gatherings of manta rays. Divers can experience thrilling encounters with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

The dive typically involves drifting along a cleaning station where mantas come to be cleaned by smaller fish. The site features coral gardens and rocky outcrops, providing a vibrant underwater landscape. Divers may also encounter various reef fish and other marine life.

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Wide-angle lens recommended for manta shots, early morning or late afternoon for best light.
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