Muscat dive sites
Oman · Browse dive locations by depth, type and conditions.
Best Season
October–March
Skill Levels
beginner, intermediate
Nearby Cities
Muscat
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Daymaniyat Islands
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
Pristine marine reserve with whale shark encounters, healthy reef, and crystal-clear Arabian Sea water.
Daymaniyat Islands
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
Protected marine reserve with pristine coral reefs, seasonal whale sharks, and diverse Arabian Sea marine life off Oman's coast.
Fahal Island
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
Dramatic rocky island close to Muscat with shark encounters, large groupers, and Oman's most accessible quality reef diving.
Dive centers in Muscat
Extra Divers Sifah
Sifah · Muscat · Oman
PADI & SSI center at Sifah Marina offering diving in Oman's Gulf waters with whale sharks, turtles, and pristine reefs.
Euro Divers Muscat
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
International PADI center in Muscat offering year-round diving in the Gulf of Oman with Daymaniyat Islands trips.
MolaMola Diving Center (Al Mouj)
Muscat 121 · Muscat · Oman
Global Scuba LLC (Seeb).
Muscat، Sib 111 · Muscat · Oman
Pearl Dimaniyat Diving Center
Sib · Muscat · Oman
Blue Flow Diving in oman
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
Global Scuba LLC (Sidab)
Muscat · Muscat · Oman
Omanta Scuba Diving Academy
Muscat 138 · Muscat · Oman
Muscat Dive
Muscat 122 · Muscat · Oman
Mobula Diving And Snorkeling Center
Oman · Muscat · Oman
Extra Divers Qantab
Bandar Jissah 115 · Muscat · Oman
Divers Planet
Sib · Muscat · Oman
5oceans diving center
Seeb · Muscat · Oman
AdventureTimeDiving Center
Muscat 400 · Muscat · Oman
Rabdan Diving and Sea Tours
Dama St · Muscat · Oman
Oxygen Diving & Adventures L.L.C AlDimaniyat Islands Divi...
Muscat، Sib 130 · Muscat · Oman
Diving in Muscat
Muscat offers reef dive sites across 1 location. Browse dive locations by depth, type and conditions before planning your dive.
FAQ
When can I see whale sharks?
October to March — Oman is an emerging whale shark destination with encounters near the Daymaniyat Islands.
Is Oman good for diving?
Oman is one of the Middle East's best-kept diving secrets — pristine reefs, whale sharks, and no crowds.
What certification is needed?
Open Water for most sites. The islands are a marine nature reserve — only permitted operators can visit.
Is the Daymaniyat reserve open year-round?
No, the islands are closed from May to October to protect nesting sea turtles and seabirds. Diving is permitted from October to April.
How far are the islands from Muscat?
The Daymaniyat Islands are approximately 70 km west of Muscat. Boat rides from the nearest launch point take about 30-45 minutes.