How can I improve my chances of seeing manta rays while snorkeling in Egypt?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 25 days ago
TL;DR
A traveler spotted a manta in the morning after swimming beyond the lagoon and heading back toward the pier. Sightings can be brief, as manta rays may stay deep and move away quickly.
What the community said
An early-morning swim may improve your chances of a manta encounter; one traveler saw one during a morning outing.
26 days ago Morning swim
For a manta sighting, do not stay only inside the shallow lagoon: swim beyond it while keeping a safe distance from the reef and boat traffic.
29 days ago Beyond the lagoon
Keep watching the water on the return route to the pier: the manta was spotted while swimming back.
29 days ago Route back to the pier
Do not expect a long encounter: another traveler saw a manta at depth before it moved farther away. Stay calm in the water and never chase the animal.
26 days ago Deep water