Manta Drop
Philippines / Sipalay
Manta Drop is a reef diving, wall diving and manta ray encounters dive site lead in Sipalay, Philippines. The reference depth is 6-18 m, entry is usually by boat dive, and the planning level is AOW recommended. The source card points to a profile suited to reef diving, wall diving and manta ray encounters, so WhereDive treats it as a planning lead rather than a fully surveyed site record. Confirm tide, visibility, and guide briefing before adding it to an itinerary.
Recommended level
AOW
Recommended dives
25+
Max depth
18 m
Average depth
12 m
Current
Calm
Visibility
10-25 m
Water temperature
27-30°C
Best months
Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Best for
Highlights
- • Sipalay dive-site lead for reef diving, wall diving and manta ray encounters
- • Reference depth: 6-18 m
- • Entry: boat dive
- • Recommended months: Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
- • Likely highlights: manta rays, turtles and coral gardens
What this page helps you answer
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Marine life
Dive types
Safety notes
- • Plan conservatively around the 6-18 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
- • Treat current as calm, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
- • boat dive requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures before the dive.
- • This record is reference-derived; verify depth, visibility, and suitability with a local operator before diving.
- • Entry type: Boat.
- • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.
Map and coordinates
Manta Drop
9.725, 122.397
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FAQ
Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +
Manta Drop is better for AOW or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.
What are the best months to dive here? +
The recommended months for Manta Drop are Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec. Confirm current local conditions before booking.
Is the current strong here? +
The current rating is Calm. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.
What marine life can be seen? +
Common highlights include manta ray, turtle, coral.