Dive-site page describing the reef as all-level, with coral blocks, a 24m plateau, and relaxed reef diving.
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Relaxed coral reef in Fury Shoals
Relaxed coral reef in Fury Shoals
Boat access from Hamata and the current-sensitive reef layout make a local operator the practical way to run the dive.
Shaab Bohar Soraya is a smaller Fury Shoals reef with coral blocks, soft-coral cover, and a plateau-like main section that suits relaxed boat dives. The east side is the sweet spot, while cracks, crevices, and nearby pinnacles hold plenty of reef life; it is a good all-level outing when the sea is settled and the flow is manageable.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Plan the drop with current in mind and stay close to the briefing line. The reef is easy when flow is light but can feel different if current builds.
Access Restrictions
Boat departure from Hamata and current on the reef can influence whether the site is comfortable to run.
Legal Notes
No special permit was identified in the sources; follow operator rules and reef etiquette.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A good all-level reef dive when the water is settled, with time to explore coral blocks, crevices, and the east-side coral garden.
Freediving
Shallow reef sections are the only practical freedive option; the main value of the site is as a scuba boat dive.
Snorkeling
Only the shallowest sections suit snorkeling, and the site is best when the sea is calm.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
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Research Sources
Dive-site page describing the reef as all-level, with coral blocks, a 24m plateau, and relaxed reef diving.

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