Dive Site · south ari atoll
Moofushi Manta Point Panettone
Also known as: Panettone
- Level
- Intermediate
- Current
- Moderate
- Best Season
- May–Nov
- Protection
- None noted
Feature Creatures
Reef mantas (cleaning/feeding) Mobula/eagle rays Grey reef sharks (perimeter) Green & hawksbill turtles Schooling jacks/trevally Barracuda Tunas Fusiliers Napoleon wrasse Occasional whale shark
Site Description
Reef mantas gather at this intermediate site for cleaning and feeding from May to November in moderate currents. Eagle rays, grey reef sharks, turtles, schooling jacks, tuna, and occasional whale sharks are highlights.
Notes
Observe manta etiquette; negative entries on current days. Coordinates approximate—anchored to nearest island/reef; verify locally.
