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Dive Spot Guide•
Alila House Reef
Shallow house reef with kelp, turtles, and easy shore access.
ScubaSnorkelShore EntryBeginner
Kelp ForestReef
Simple bay entry beside Alila Hinu Bay, best planned in settled October to May conditions when sea state and visibility are more reliable.
About Alila House Reef
Alila House Reef is the shallow bay reef beside Alila Hinu Bay, used as an easy shore-entry site over a mix of rock, sand, seasonal kelp, and patchy coral growth. It works well for relaxed scuba and guided snorkeling when the sea is settled, with turtles and reef fish the main draw and Dhofar's critter-rich coastline adding the chance of small macro life around the reef edge. This is a practical, weather-sensitive house reef rather than a guaranteed clear-water showcase. Outside the calmer main dive season, Arabian Sea swell and plankton-rich water can quickly make the site rougher and murkier, so it is best planned for calm days when the bay is comfortable for entry and exit.
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Research Estimate At Alila House Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Current StrengthLight current
Where Is Alila House Reef?
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Alila House Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 9m
Depth Note
Shallow reef reported at 3–9 m.
Best Season
October to May is the main practical dive season around Mirbat. Khareef-season conditions from June to September can bring rougher seas and reduced visibility.
Typical Conditions
Seasonal kelp forest environment.
Safety & Access At Alila House Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityWaves
Safety Notes
Follow the described out-and-back navigation (right shoulder out, left shoulder return) and use the designated entry/exit point on the western end of the bay.
Access Restrictions
Dives and snorkel sessions are typically arranged through the resort or a local Mirbat operator, require advance booking, and run subject to availability, weather, and sea conditions.
Local Intel For Alila House Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best treated as an easy resort reef for check dives, relaxed shore dives, and calm-day wildlife searches rather than a high-energy or current-driven profile.
Snorkel
The shallow reef suits guided snorkeling in settled weather, with coral patches, reef fish, and regular turtle encounters as the main appeal close to shore.
Alila House Reef Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Alila House Reef
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Wildlife at Alila House Reef
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Recent Logged Visits At Alila House Reef
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Alila House Reef
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
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Alila House Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Alila House Reef Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
divesalalah.com · Destination Operator Article
Mirbat and Dhofar seasonality article used for main-season timing and khareef context.
extradivers-worldwide.com · Operator
Operator page for the Mirbat resort area confirming location, snorkeling and diving center support, and seasonal weather closure.
www.divephotoguide.com · Editorial
Independent Dhofar marine-life source supporting nudibranch and moray-rich southern Oman context.
www.lonelyplanet.com · Travel Editorial
Independent Mirbat overview supporting kelp, rough-seasonality, and critter-rich southern Oman context.
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