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Nicknamed the 'Home of the Manta Ray', this tiny coral cay at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef accounts for about 70 % of east-coast Australia manta sightings. Peak season is the austral winter (May–September) with around 100 individuals gathering at the Lighthouse Bommies cleaning stations.

Reef Manta Ray in Lady Elliot Island (Great Barrier Reef, Australia)

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About This Spot

Nicknamed the 'Home of the Manta Ray', this tiny coral cay at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef accounts for about 70 % of east-coast Australia manta sightings. Peak season is the austral winter (May–September) with around 100 individuals gathering at the Lighthouse Bommies cleaning stations.

Best Months to Visit

See Reef Manta Ray in Lady Elliot Island (Great Barrier Reef, Australia). Best months: June, July, August (up to 90% sighting chance). Diving, Snorkeling. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • June: 90%
  • July: 90%
  • August: 90%
  • September: 85%
  • May: 80%
  • October: 75%

Practical Information

  • Location: Lady Elliot Island (Great Barrier Reef, Australia)
  • Coordinates: -24.1100, 152.7200
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Medium
  • Observation mode: Diving, Snorkeling

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