A manta cleaning station off Brisbane.
The dive
A reliable manta cleaning station within reach of a major city — leopard sharks blanket the sand in summer, mantas hover through the cooler months.
When to go
Diveable year-round; manta numbers peak in the cooler May–September months on the Bommie.
Readiness
Advanced-level site — suits Advanced Open Water divers and up. Typical requirements:
Not sure you're ready? Read our readiness guide or check yourself in the planner.
Logistics
| Getting there | Ferry from Brisbane + short boat. Ferry from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island, then a short boat to Manta Bommie off Point Lookout. |
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| Where to stay | Island accommodation. Point Lookout accommodation on Straddie; an easy weekend from Brisbane. |
| Operator to look for | Reviewed Straddie operators briefing the current and manta etiquette. |
Sources
Links checked 29 September 2026. They cover the site's location, protection status and background. Costs, difficulty and season windows are ScubaRogue's editorial estimates, so confirm them with your operator before you book. How we research
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