Mi’il Channel

Mi’il Channel is the dive site to visit if you want to be surrounded by majestic Manta Rays. Manta rays are so common in this area that the locals have given them names. There is a good chance you'll see other pelagic animals in addition to these incredible marine creatures. The Mi'il Channel and the Manta Ridge area at the channel's mouth are what made Yap one of the world's most famous diving destinations. Mantas can be found all year at this location.

The channel's bottom is made up of sand, coral, and rubble, with vertical coral walls. Because of the strong currents, this dive is not recommended for inexperienced divers. The best time to dive this channel is on an incoming tide, as it makes for a spectacular drift dive with both sides of the channel visible as you fly down the middle. You'll see a variety of reef fish, including Humphead Parrot Fish, Large Barracuda, Reef Sharks, Eagle Rays, and Hawksbill Turtles, in addition to the magnificent Manta Rays. Lobster and incredible Octopi can be found in all the nooks and crannies, so keep an eye out.

Location: Yap, Federated States of Micronesia