Planning your dream trip to The Manta Resort involves crafting the perfect itinerary of adventures and relaxation. To help you budget effectively, we've compiled a detailed breakdown of all additional costs for activities, excursions, and transfers. Please note that accommodation is all-inclusive, covering meals, drinks, and standard amenities. All prices are listed in US Dollars.

Snorkeling & Marine Conservation Fees

All snorkeling revenues are donated to the local Marine Conservation Area Committee.

  • House Reef Snorkeling (7 am - 8 am): $20 per person
  • Snorkeling Excursion by Boat (Nearby Reef): $30 per person
  • Snorkeling Excursion by Boat (Njao/Fundo): $60 per person
  • Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Rental: Price available upon request.

Scuba Diving & Certification

Proof of certification and insurance is required for certified divers. All equipment is included unless otherwise noted.

Training Courses

  • Discover Scuba Diving (1 dive): $130
  • Discover Scuba Diving (2 dives): $160
  • Open Water Diver (E-Learner): $540
  • Open Water Diver (Referral): $330
  • Scuba Review Course: $130
  • Advanced Diving (5 dives): $400
  • Rescue Diver: $400
  • Emergency First Response: $270
  • Private Tutoring (Dive Master): $130 per day
  • Private Tutoring (Instructor): $200 per day

For Certified Divers

  • Near Reef Diving (1 dive): $80
  • Near Reef Diving (2 dives): $135
  • Near Reef Diving (6 dives): $385
  • Near Reef Diving (10 dives): $625
  • Near Reef Diving (16 dives): $960
  • Far Reef Diving (1 dive): $110
  • Far Reef Diving (2 dives): $170
  • Coral Reef Safari & DPV Rental: Price available upon request.

A 10% discount applies for divers with their own gear. For far reef dives, the $30 supplement is excluded from this discount.

Excursions & Tours

  • Ngalawa Sunset Cruise: $25 per person (paid directly to the captain)
  • Pemba Inland Safari (up to 8 hours): $120 for one person / $160 for two persons
  • Sandbank Excursion (by boat): $30 per person
  • Sandbank Excursion (by Ngalawa): $25 per person

Fishing Charters

  • Casual Fishing (per hour, max 8 people): $75 per hour
  • Hand Line Fishing from Ngalawa (2-3 hours, max 3 people): $30 per person
  • Deep Sea Fishing - Short Trip (3 hours): $600
  • Deep Sea Fishing - Half Day (5 hours): $880
  • Deep Sea Fishing - Full Day (9 hours): $1500
  • Deep Sea Fishing - Marlin Special (12+ hours): $2400

Transfer

  • Taxi from Pemba Airport (PMA) to Resort: $45 per person, each way

Please note: All prices are subject to change. It is advisable to confirm the latest rates with the resort during your booking process.

Explore all the activities these prices cover in our detailed guide or return to the main resort overview.

Photo courtesy of The Manta Resort.