White Manta Diving

23/06/2024

12 Shades of GREY.
KM Blue Manta in Komodo 13-19 June 2024, with grey reef sharks, manta rays, giant frog fish, happy guests. Thanks to our onboard videographer PJ Widestrand. Contact our team for more details & availability!

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13/06/2024

We've had some incredible encounters during our White Manta Diving safari's to Sangalaki, Kakaban & Maratua. Thanks to our guest JIm Chua who filmed one of these amazing moments with 2 x Thresher Sharks at Kakaban Plateau....

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11/06/2024

Divers onboard our recent KM Blue Manta trip in Komodo, 4-10 June were treated to an X-Rayted encounter with some frisky Stingrays! Luckily our onboard videographer PJ Widestrand was there to capture the scene.....

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03/06/2024

No shortage of Mantas so far this Komodo season! Manta madness continues on our most recent trip, 27May - 2nd June. Many thanks again to PJ Widestrand for more amazing footage from another incredible trip! Come join us for your diving adventures in Komodo, a few spaces still remain for this season, contact our team for details & we shall look forward to seeing you onboard soon!

25/05/2024

KM Blue Manta Komodo 17-24 May 2024

Multiple trips, multiple mantas. Checkout the special spotted eagle ray footage too. Thanks again to PJ Widestrand for this wonderful video. Still a handful of spaces remaining for this truly amazing season. Contact our team for more details & availability!

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15/05/2024

More Komodo, More Mantas!!! Guests & crew onboard the KM Blue Manta this season are being spoilt! Already an amazing season in one of our favourite destinations. Thanks again to PJ Widestrand for more onboard & underwater highlights from our most recent trip 8-14 May 2024....

08/05/2024

🦧 Fuzzy Wuzzy 🦧

Meet the orang utan crab, an adorable, fuzzy little critter named after a jungle-dwelling primate of the same name.

The crab is frequently found in bubble coral, hidden amongst jelly-like nodules. It takes a sharp eye and some patience to capture the perfect shot!

📷 Our guest Venus, onboard the White Manta on our Raja Ampat/Halmahera/Lembeh crossing trip.

26/04/2024

The KM Blue Manta has now left Raja Ampat, with guests & crew looking forward to another season of incredible diving in Komodo! Before that we enjoyed an amazing crossing from Raja Ampat to Alor & on to Maumere... and it just so happened we had WMD videographer PJ Widestrand onboard... so here are his highlights (including some naughty stingrays & an active volcano)!!

23/04/2024

🚦Traffic Stopper🚦

The scarlet hues of these pinjalos were so striking, we cannot fault Swan for stopping in his tracks — at the mouth of this swim-through — just to snap a pic!

📷 Swan
📍Triton Bay

21/04/2024

🪩 Dance, Dance, Dance 🪩

When a manta invites you to take a whirl, it’s only polite to accept — even if you have two left fins! Don’t you think our guest Sharon did an amazing job keeping up with some slick moves of her own?

📷 Vincent
💃🏻 Sharon
📍Raja Ampat

20/04/2024

🪺 Survival of the Fittest 🪹

**20% Late Cancellation Offer; 4 x JUNE 2024 New White Manta Sangalaki trips**
• Trip #1 WMS2401/ 1st - 7th June 2024 (7D/6N)
• Trip #2 WMS2402 / 9th - 15th June 2024 (7D/6N)
• Trip #3 WMS2403 / 17th - 23rd June 2024 (7D/6N)
• Trip #4 WMSG241 / 25th June - 2nd July 2024 (8D/7N)
• These safaris depart from Tarakan (TRK) North Kalimantan visiting the remote and exotic islands of Sangalaki, Maratua and Kakaban.

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An estimated 1 in 1,000 vulnerable turtle hatchlings survive to adulthood. Every fully grown turtle we see has overcome insurmountable odds (such as sea birds, bony fish, and sharks) to be grazing in the seas we dive in. So, the next time you see a turtle underwater, admire how far it has come... and send good wishes for lots of yummy algae and sponges its way!

📍Turtle Hatchery in Sangalaki, Derawan Islands

12/04/2024

🎉 ADEX 2024 SPECIAL GIVEAWAY 🎉

WIN a trip to Sangalaki or Komodo this summer!

We are giving away 2 trips for a spontaneous liveaboard adventure between May - July 2024*.

🏆 Grand prize #1: 8D7N Trip to Sangalaki, worth USD2,900.

🏆 Grand prize #2: 7D6N Trip to Komodo, worth USD2,700.

🏆 x 2 Consolation prize: 50% off any Sangalaki or Komodo trip in 2024 and 2025**.

Simply:

1) Follow our Instagram account — please note that we have moved to a new Instagram account.
2) Like the Giveaway post.
3) Tag 2 friends in the comments section.

BONUS: Share this post on your Instagram stories and tag us for a higher chance of winning.

This giveaway closes on 19 April 2024, 1159H Singapore time.

The two winners will be announced on 22 April 2024.

NOTES;
*Only valid for available trips happening between May and July 2024. Does not include flights, gear rental, fuel surcharge, marine park fees, and any other expenses not included in the trip price.

**Trip must be booked by end October 2024 for discount to apply.

15/03/2024

Our KM Blue & White Manta guests have been enjoying some amazing diving adventures in Raja Ampat this season, here's some of the fantastic feed back we have received from our recent trips;

New White Manta Diving
a perfect liveaboard experience

Extremely nice ship, well maintained and a very professional crew. Equipment is very well maintained and the stuff is very helpful. Organization of all the dives was absolutely top notch. The cabins and all areas of the ship were spotless clean. The food options were exceptional. The dives were perfectly organized. We had one issue with the stairs down to the dive deck being too slippery but the crew took care of it right away. This was my absolute perfect liveaboard experience - special thanks go out to Nacho - our tour director and dive instructor! Great job!
H. Lars
2024-03-12

KM Blue Manta;
Superlative experience!! Everything was excellent. Cruisemaster, Cedric, and staff were attentive to every detail, above and below water. Food was 5 stars. Enjoyed camaraderie with other guests. I most definitely hope to return, and bring an underwater camera, soon!!
D. Laura
2024-03-13

Join us soon for your diving adventures!!!

15/03/2024

🦈 Meet the Wobbegong - Nature's Master of Disguise! 🦈

In the heart of Indonesia's diving paradise, amidst the vibrant coral gardens of Raja Ampat, hides a creature so good at blending in, you might just miss it if you don't look closely. Introducing the Wobbegong, a fascinating carpet shark known for its unique, flattened appearance and camouflage skin patterns.

The Wobbegong tells us a story - a tale of adaptation, survival, and the intricate balance of marine life. By understanding and appreciating its role, we contribute to the broader conversation about ocean conservation and the protection of all its inhabitants.

Dive into the depths of Raja Ampat with us, and experience the hidden wonders of the underwater world. Let's embark on this journey together to uncover the secrets of the Wobbegong and why preserving marine biodiversity is crucial for our future.



📸 by Susie March 2024 📍Raja Ampat, Indonesia

11/03/2024

A Nocturnal Symphony Under the Stars 🐙🌌✨

When the sun sets, the underwater world of Raja Ampat awakens to a different kind of magic. White Manta Diving invites you on a night dive expedition where the darkness reveals a surreal landscape filled with luminescent creatures and the dance of squids.

Raja Ampat is known for its night diving spots, where adventurers can plunge into the inky waters to witness the nocturnal ballet of marine life.

Join us for a dive under the moonlit sky, where each breath unveils a spark of underwater brilliance. Are you ready to be part of this luminescent wonder?

📸 by our guest Charlie, February 2024 on Blue Manta, 📍 Raja Ampat, Indonesia

09/03/2024

Looking for your next underwater adventures this summer? Join us for our one and only Lembeh-Halmahera-Lembeh exploration crossing trip from 10 - 18 May.

In Lembeh, submerge yourself into a psychedelic underwater world filled with both the beautiful and bizarre, where each dive is an exhilarating treasure hunt for critters in every shape and size – some as tiny as your smallest fingernail. Dive into an explosion of colour and life in the rich coastal habitats of Halmahera, where soft corals, hard corals, and gorgonians make for great wide-angle photography.

Can't join us this trip? Not to worry! We have upcoming trips to the Derawan Islands (Sangalaki, Derawan, and Kakaban) and Komodo. Visit our website or message us for more information. Early bird discount of 10% applies to selected trips. 🤿🤿

06/03/2024

Have you ever been eye to eye with a reef cuttlefish? Dive into the heart of Raja Ampat with White Manta liveaboard, where the wonders of the underwater world await at your fin-tips. 💙✨Our scuba diving trips are designed to bring you face-to-face with the ocean's most mesmerizing inhabitants, and this captivating cuttlefish is just the beginning. Join us to explore the vibrant coral gardens, teeming with life, and experience moments of pure magic beneath the waves. Adventure is calling - are you ready to answer?

📸 by Charlie on Blue Manta, February 2024 📍Raja Ampat, Indonesia

09/12/2023

KM Blue Manta & New White Manta are now back in Raja Ampat & looking forward to another amazing season in this diving paradise! Our Blue Manta Crew loved reading this recent message from some of our wonderful guests who recently joined us to enjoy this incredible destination... thank you so much for your kind words & we shall look forward to welcoming you back onboard soon!!!

15/10/2023

Both our New White Manta & KM Blue Manta are enjoying an amazing 'crossing season' in the Banda Sea. Our KM Blue Manta just returned from an incredible trip that took in the best of the Banda Sea, Southern Raja Ampat and included a visit to the incredible Fak Fak region with a visit to the Kiti Kiti Waterfall a stunning highlight. As always our onboard videographer, PJ Widestrand has shared a highlight video to make everyone else jealous!! Enjoy & see you all onboard soon.

02/10/2023

It's that time of year again! KM Blue Manta & New White Manta are now both exploring the best of the Banda Sea and it's Hammertime again!!! Many thanks to our onboard videographer, PJ Widestrand for this incredible highlight reel from our Blue Manta's recent trip from Raja Ampat-Banda Sea-Ambon.

16/09/2023

The KM Blue Manta & New White Manta are now back to the Banda Sea for our short crossing trip season before both boats return to Raja Ampat. Whenever we are in the Banda Sea we are always on the look out for the famous schools of Hammerhead sharks.... here's a quick video from onboard the KM Blue Manta to prove we got lucky again this trip!!!!

08/08/2023

We can't wait for our New White Manta Halmahera exploration trip coming up next month from 2-8 September!!! Starting in the world-famous critter heaven of the Lembeh Straits (Manado), we we be exploring the remote, unspoiled, and stunning underwater landscapes of the Halmarhera sea where the pristine beauty is staggering and made all the more alluring by the lack of crowds! The trip will end in Ambon, a Mecca for Macro underwater photo enthusiasts!

Contact our team if you would like to join us for this fantastic diving adventure!

03/08/2023

Our White Manta Crew are looking forward to welcoming the Find Blue team from Korea onboard just in time for the first annual International Scuba Day on 6th August 2023.

International Scuba Day is a celebration of the beauty and thrill of the underwater world, a nod to the individuals who explore its depths, and an invitation for others to join this amazing community & we look forward to joining in the fun!

03/07/2023

Calling all Singapore divers! Come join us on a special trip to dive Anambas Islands & the Anambas Oil Platforms 28 Sep- 2nd Oct 2023 sailing directly from SG LOB. Visibility 40-50m. Limited spaces Available.

KP EXPLORER LIVEABOARD; 5D4N North Anambas & Oil Rig exploration trip (9-10 dives)
• Dates; 28th September - 2nd October 2023
• Leaving from Singapore & sailing directly to North Anambas Islands, Indonesia
• Explore the beautiful reefs of North Anambas in fantastic blue water visibility, plus long requested oil rig exploration dives!

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23/06/2023

Have you dived with KM Blue Manta in Komodo? What's your favourite memory of being onboard in this amazing destination? If you haven't yet joined us what are you waiting for!!! Check out the most recent onboard highlights from our 15-21 June trip thanks to PJ Widestrand.....

07/06/2023

Another amazing trip in Komodo onboard the KM Blue Manta 27th May to 3rd June, with highlights captured by our onboard videographer, PJ Widestrand! See you onboard soon!

25/05/2023

While the KM Blue Manta is in Komodo, our New White Manta and crew are in Sangalaki, East Kalimantan. There have already been some amazing sightings on the first couple of trips.. check out this amazing Thresher Shark encounter filmed by our world famous DM Anto....