Makassar Reef (Manta Alley) Dive Site — Komodo

About Makassar Reef (Manta Alley)

Northern manta cleaning station with reliable encounters Sep–Nov. A sandy slope with coral bommies where mantas cruise in for cleaning. The shallow depth and calm conditions allow extended bottom times with the mantas, often exceeding 60 minutes.

Site Information

• Depth: 2–12 m
• Difficulty: intermediate
• Site type: Reef
• Current: Currents between Komodo and Rinca Islands can be strong, pushing nutrient-rich water. This makes it an ideal drift dive, but divers should be prepared for varying current strengths. Experienced guides are crucial for navigating and positioning divers safely.
• Best time: Apr-Nov
• Region: Komodo

Highlights

• Manta rays
• Sandy bottom
• Eagle rays
• Cuttlefish

Marine Life at Makassar Reef (Manta Alley)

• Reef Manta Ray
• Mola Mola
• Whitetip Reef Shark
• Napoleon Wrasse
• Scorpionfish
• Pufferfish
• Anthias
• Triggerfish

Liveaboards visiting Komodo

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