Federated States of Micronesia
Valley of the Rays
About this Dive Site
Description
Witness the natural spectacle at Valley of the Rays, a renowned cleaning station where majestic manta rays gather. Glide over the sandy bottom in crystal-clear visibility and observe these gentle giants being tended to by smaller fish. You might also spot curious reef sharks patrolling the edges and the fascinating bobbing heads of garden eels.
Best Time to Dive
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| 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C |
Peak Season
March, November, December, January, February, April, October
Jan
Good visibility, potential for manta ray sightings
Feb
Continued good visibility, manta ray season
Mar
Peak manta ray season, excellent visibility
Apr
Manta rays still present, good overall conditions
More monthly highlights
May
Transition to wetter season, visibility can decrease
Jun
Rainy season, potential for reduced visibility
Jul
Peak of the rainy season, visibility can be poor
Aug
Still in the rainy season, conditions can be challenging
Sep
End of the rainy season, visibility improving
Oct
Conditions improving, start of the dry season
Nov
Excellent visibility, start of manta ray season
Dec
Peak manta ray season, exceptional visibility
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