Snorkeling with Manta Rays at Manta Bay on Nusa Penida, Bali

 19 Mei 2022   

Vacation in Nusa Penida isn't enough just explore to the beach, but you can also fill your list of vacation with snorkeling or diving. The most popular diving location in Bali is in Nusa Penida. Nusa Penida Island has many interesting snorkeling spots such as Crystal Bay Beach, Gamat Bay Beach also Manta Bay which known as Manta Rays spot. Manta Bay is one of the must-visit spots which many tourists had enjoy, Why? Because Manta Bay Nusa Penida is the main spot of Manta Rays fish.

Manta Rays Point Nusa Penida is a snorkeling spot on Nusa Penida which has beautiful scenery. Every diver must visit at least once. Manta Point or Batu Lumbung locals call it is a world-class diving destination. Located in South of Nusa Penida.

Manta Ray Nusa Penida is a bay surrounded by steep cliffs. People call this bay as Secret Manta. This bay is very shallow, sometimes manta is visible from the surface. While you snorkeling on Manta Ray Nusa Penida you have to wait for 15 until 20 minutes to watch the Manta Rays from the boat before jumping down. When you jump into the water, you will immediately face to face with the giant Manta Ray, who is one of the most magnificent sea creatures. More than five or more Manta Rays will also play around you as snorkelers.

Manta rays always look enjoy to dancing with you, unlike turtles or fish, which often swim away when they see humans. Manta rays often really lead directly to you and then shot sideways at the last minute. There are many wrong assumptions about manta rays, the fish that can grow up to 7 meters and weigh up to 3 tons. Because of its size, people thought that this fish is dangerous. But something that you have to know, The Manta Rays isn't dangerous but it's still a little scary when a 5-meters creature swims straight towards you before it looks amazing at the last moment. The tail also isn't toxic so it is safe for you to swim near them.

Not only Manta, here you can see other marine biotas such as coral reefs, sharks and many other marine biotas. Manta Rays are likely to be at 13 meters of sea level so sometimes divers can't see it. Manta Rays Snorkeling in Nusa Penida is the best activity that you can free to diving and dancing with the Manta at the same time. For you who want to capture your moment with Manta Rays, don't worry because it's possible! Just don't forget to bring your GoPro there.

Do you want to see these magnificent sea creatures?

We recommend you the best time to find this Manta Rays Nusa Penida is in the morning and evening. For the most incredible Manta Rays Snorkeling experience, you should take a tour during the dry season, between April to October.