Dive Site · baa atoll
Fares Manta Point
Also known as: Fares Corner
- Level
- Intermediate–Advanced
- Current
- Moderate–Strong (ocean)
- Best Season
- May–Nov
- Protection
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve area.
Feature Creatures
Reef manta rays (cleaning/feeding) Whale shark (occasional) Mobula/eagle rays Grey reef sharks (perimeter) Green & hawksbill turtles Jacks/trevally Barracuda Tunas Fusiliers Napoleon wrasse
Site Description
A manta hotspot in Baa Atoll during May–November with intermediate to advanced skills required for moderate to strong currents. Reef mantas gather at the cleaning and feeding station, with whale sharks, mobula rays, grey reef sharks, and turtles as possible bonus encounters.
Notes
Blue-water entry days possible; negative entry on strong current.
