What level of diving experience is required for Manta Ray Island Reef?

Manta Ray Island Reef is rated beginner. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Manta Ray Island Reef?

At Manta Ray Island Reef, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, sea turtles, octopus, nudibranchs.

Where is Manta Ray Island Reef located?

Manta Ray Island Reef is located in Fiji, in the Yasawa Group region (coordinates: -17.3606, 177.1317).

Manta Ray Island Reef Diving - Yasawa Group, Fiji

Manta Ray Island Reef is a beginner-friendly dive in the Yasawa Islands, Fiji, famous for its seasonal manta ray encounters that draw divers from around the world. Between May and October, manta rays visit cleaning stations on this reef where cleaner wrasses remove parasites from the gentle giants. The reef itself is a healthy fringing system with good coral cover and abundant reef fish. Even outside manta season, the site offers excellent diving with turtles, reef sharks, and colourful coral gardens. The shallow depth and calm conditions make it accessible to all levels, and the possibility of swimming alongside mantas creates an unforgettable bucket-list experience in Fiji's most beautiful island chain.