Komodo Manta Season 2026 · Month-by-Month Guide for HK Divers
Karang Makassar manta peak runs May–October — 5–15 mantas per dive; June–September visibility 25–30m.
Why we ran the dive in March 2026
On our March 2026 trip with five HK guests, we averaged 4 mantas at Karang Makassar and counted 8 reef sharks at Castle Rock.
Month by month
May / June: visibility rises. July: plankton bloom peak. August: peak crowds. September: manta train. October: late peak transit.
Site recommendations
Karang Makassar (manta), Manta Alley (south), Mawan, Tatawa Besar.
Frequently asked questions
Always see manta?
95% in peak.
OW OK?
Yes with drift experience.
Best months?
May, June, September balance manta + viz.
Seasickness?
OTC on board; Nusa route is calmer.
Lock your Manta month with us
4D3N 12-dive package is best value.