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Whalesharks and Mantas, hand-picked by the experts.
At Planet Dive Holidays we work with a number of partners that can guarantee an amazing manta ray or whale shark experience.
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Whalesharks and Mantas, done properly
At Planet Dive Holidays we work with a number of partners that can guarantee an amazing manta ray or whale shark experience. Explore marine parks, manta feeding stations and unspoilt islands in search of an old-of-this-world diving experience.
The team of travel experts at Planet Dive know where to go and when to make your whale shark and manta ray dreams a reality and if it is this type of diving experience you are after then you have come to the right place.
On your diving holiday with Planet you can also expect world class accommodation, whether on a livaboard or at a landbased resort, delicious cuisine, a host of aditional activities and all round great diving with an amazing array of sea life!
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Best destinations for 'whalesharks and mantas'
Hand-picked hotels & resorts
Every one stayed in and vetted by our team — with the diving logistics checked as carefully as the comfort.
★★★★
From £81/night · bed and breakfast
From £81/night · bed and breakfast
Bali,
Indonesia
Alam Anda Resort
- Prime location affords divers access to the Liberty Wreck at Tulamben
- Resort has its own 420 meter long black pebble beach
★★★★
From £62/night · breakfast
From £62/night · breakfast
Bali,
Indonesia
Siddhartha Ocean Front Resort
- Access to an impressive house reef
- Located on the beach away from crowded tourist spots
★★★★
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Galapagos Islands,
Galapagos and Ecuador
Finch Bay Eco Hotel
- The only beach front hotel on the island
- Prime location outside Puerto Ayora
- Fantastic eco hotel that aims to protect its environment
★★★★★
From £145/night · room only
From £145/night · room only
Komodo National Park,
Indonesia
AYANA Komodo Resort
- The first and only 5-star resort on Labuan Bajo's exquisite Waecicu Beach
- An exceptional standard of hospitality
- An exclusive experience
★★★★
From £241/night · room only
From £241/night · room only
Komodo National Park,
Indonesia
Komodo Resort
- A remote resort for divers and nature lovers
- Located on of the world's most pristine reefs
- Sixteen bungalows and four suites located just steps from the ocean
★★★★★
From £447/night · bed and breakfast
From £447/night · bed and breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Anantara Dhigu Luxury Family Resort
- Luxury adult only resort Overwater and Beachfront Villas
- Extensive luxury Surf centre and watersports centre, including kitesurfing.
- High level Scuba Diving centre with access to some of the top dive sites in The Maldives
Family
Luxury
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★★★★★
From £1,062/night · breakfast
From £1,062/night · breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Anantara Kihavah
- On the doorstep of Hanifaru Bay - a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve with some of the most treasured reefs
- A one-of-a-kind over and underwater dining experience with the resort's four restaurants
- All villas boast a private pool, indulgent touches of island beauty and complimentary WiFi
Luxury
Honeymoon
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★★★★★
From £459/night · bed and breakfast
From £459/night · bed and breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Anantara Veli Luxury Adult Only Resort
- Luxurious family focused resort with great kids clubs and kids activities
- Extensive luxury surfing and water sports centre (including kitesurfing). Access to one of the only learner surf spots in The Maldives.
- Access to some of the best dive sites in The Maldives
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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★★★★
From £119/night · breakfast
From £119/night · breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Kuredu Island
- Large island with lots of activities
- Superb scuba diving and kitesurf centre
- Seperate area for families and couples
Family
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★★★★
From £424/night · all inclusive all meal
From £424/night · all inclusive all meal
Maldives,
Maldives
OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO
- Exotic house reef with resident silver-tipped sharks, lobsters and giant sea turtles
- A unique all inclusive resort where you don't have to worry about a thing
- Plenty of activities and excursions included in the price
Family
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★★★★★
From £390/night · breakfast
From £390/night · breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Seaside Finolhu
- Based at Hanifaru Bay, one of the world's best locations for diving with manta rays
- Home to a number of fun dining options including a beach club where great entertainment events are held
- A vast array of water activities for the entire family to enjoy plus a great kids club for the little ones
Family
Luxury
Honeymoon
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★★★★★
From £693/night · breakfast
From £693/night · breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Six Senses Laamu
- THE most environmentally responsible luxury resort in The Maldives
- A brilliant family-friendly hotel with an amazing kids club
- Amazing waters sports and marine life, Great house reef, surfing for beginner & advanced and SUP
Family
Luxury
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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★★★★
From £285/night · full board
From £285/night · full board
Maldives,
Maldives
Vilamendhoo Island Resort
- A great diving resort with easy access to great sites
- An over the water spa that provides a one of a kind sensory experience
- Vilamendhoo sits on a sand bar in a channel opening on to the Atoll wall
★★★★★
From £738/night · breakfast
From £738/night · breakfast
Maldives,
Maldives
Amilla Fushi
- The ultimate luxury experience with a range of complimentary inclusions
- Located within a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in marine life and famous for its manta rays
- The Blue Hole rovides a spectacular and unique underwater experience
Luxury
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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★★★★
From £222/night · all inclusive
From £222/night · all inclusive
Maldives,
Maldives
Boutique Beach
- An all-inclusive diving hotel managed by divers for divers
- Located on the inhabited island of Dhigurah offering a real local feel
- Boutique style rooms with two fantastic restaurants on site
Going Solo
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★★★★★
From £166/night · breakfast
From £166/night · breakfast
Muscat Region,
Oman
Kempinski Luxury Resort
- Modern new hotel in a fantastic marina complex
- 5 Star dive centre located a five minute walk away diving the Daymaniyat Islands
- Fantastic facilities on site for the entire family
Family
Luxury
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★★★★
From £119/night · room only
From £119/night · room only
Muscat Region,
Oman
Sifawy Boutique Hotel
- Great dive centre located at the hotel
- Incredible dive sites located in front of the hotel
- Located in the newly developed marina town of Jebel Sifah
★★★★★
From £182/night · bed and breakfast
From £182/night · bed and breakfast
Muscat Region,
Oman
The Chedi
- Al Rowdha Marina nearby offers a range of water sports
- Located between the Al Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman
- Incredible spa with authentic treatments
Spa
Luxury
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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★★★★
From £48/night · bed and breakfast
From £48/night · bed and breakfast
Nusa Lembongan,
Indonesia
Lembongan Beach Club & Resort
- Perfectly situated on the main Jungut Batu beach
- Walking distance to the main village centre
★★★★★
From £232/night · no meals
From £232/night · no meals
Papua and Raja Ampat,
Indonesia
Meridian Adventure Club
- On-site dive centre with state of the art dive equipment
- Resort is surrounded by having the amazing coral reef biodiversity
- Rooms are modern, simple and very comfortable
Honeymoon
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★★★★★
From £571/night · bed and breakfast
From £571/night · bed and breakfast
Providenciales,
Turks and Caicos
The Shore Club
- Located on the unspoiled Long Bay Beach
- Just minutes away from Provo's town centre
- Excellent kids club at the resort
Luxury
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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★★★★★
From £3,015/night · room only
From £3,015/night · room only
Providenciales,
Turks and Caicos
Amanyara
- An exclusive resort set on half a mile of private beach
- Direct access to some of the world's most stunning snorkelling and diving on the pristine reefs of Northwest Point Marine National Park
- Tailored for families, with a sports clubhouse and dedicated activities for children and teens, ranging from relaxation to turtle tagging
Luxury
Hidden Escape
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★★★★
From £154/night · bed and breakfast
From £154/night · bed and breakfast
The Azores (Sao Miguel),
Portugal
Octant Hotel Furnas
- Contemporary space integrated in the heart of the Furnas
- A focus on well being, spa and amazing food
- Stunning architecture
Honeymoon
Hidden Escape
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