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Manta Point

Intermediate/Advanced 📍 Hurghada, Egypt
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# Manta Point Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
15m – 40m
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Level
Intermediate/Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Manta Point is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This renowned site offers an exceptional opportunity to encounter manta rays in their natural habitat, particularly during seasonal migrations when these graceful giants visit the area to feed on plankton-rich waters.

The dive site features dramatic underwater topography with steep drop-offs and rocky formations that create dynamic currents, attracting abundant marine life. Divers typically explore depths ranging from 15 to 40 meters, suitable for intermediate to advanced divers due to strong currents and varying conditions.

Beneath the surface, visitors observe vibrant coral formations, schools of fusiliers, groupers, snappers, and smaller reef fish. The main attraction remains the majestic manta rays, which glide gracefully through the water column, often approaching divers with curious interest.

Crystal-clear visibility enhances the experience, though seasonal variations affect conditions. The site’s reputation as one of the Red Sea’s most spectacular manta ray encounters makes it an unforgettable destination for marine enthusiasts seeking world-class diving adventures.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Scissortail Sergeant — seen at this dive site
Scissortail Sergeant Abudefduf sexfasciatus lovelyclemmy
Iridescent Scallop — seen at this dive site
Iridescent Scallop Pedum spondyloideum cleopatrabrowne
Paletail Damsel — seen at this dive site
Paletail Damsel Pomacentrus trichrourus wetlens
Spot-tail Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Spot-tail Wrasse Coris caudimacula wetlens
Cardinal Phyllidiopsis — seen at this dive site
Cardinal Phyllidiopsis Phyllidiopsis cardinalis cleopatrabrowne
Halfmoon Angelfish — seen at this dive site
Halfmoon Angelfish Pomacanthus maculosus anarid

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 15 m
Difficulty Intermediate/Advanced
Current Strong
GPS 27.4288°, 33.8702°