Conservation
Manta Pacific lead the way in creating a set of standards for manta tour operators to follow. These standards are currently voluntary, but many practitioners have adapted them into their operations as they promote the safety and wellbeing of mantas and tourists. Learn more here!
Manta Pacific Research Foundation also developed a list of guidelines for manta tour participants to follow. These guidelines are also voluntary, but most operators do enforce them during tours. Learn more here!
There are many threats to mantas in their environment. The Manta Pacific Research Foundation team continues to work to mitigate these threats so mantas can thrive in a safe environment. Learn more here!
The Manta Pacific Research Foundation Team helped establish protections for mantas in Kona, which was finally successful in 2009. Learn more here!