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Manta Scramble
About this Dive Site
Description
Manta Scramble in Ishigaki is a legendary dive where you're almost guaranteed to witness the awe-inspiring dance of manta rays. These magnificent creatures frequent this coral cleaning station, offering divers a spectacular close-up view of their graceful movements and interactions.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
May, March, April, June, September, October, November
Mar
Humpback whale sightings possible
Apr
Start of manta ray season
May
Peak manta ray season, good coral spawning
Jun
Manta rays still present, sea turtle nesting
More monthly highlights
Jul
Sea turtle nesting
Aug
Sea turtle nesting
Sep
Return of manta rays
Oct
Manta ray season
Nov
Manta ray season
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