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Black Tip Reef
Daymaniyat wall and plateau dive with reef sharks and coral blocks.
Local operator required
Black Tip Reef is normally dived as a Daymaniyat boat trip through licensed local operators rather than as any form of independent entry.
A protected-islands boat dive with coral blocks, a broad reef plateau, and a deeper wall, best planned in the cooler open season when reserve trips run most reliably.
About Black Tip Reef
Black Tip Reef is a boat-access Daymaniyat wall dive that starts over coral blocks before opening onto a broad reef plateau and a deeper northern wall. It suits intermediate divers looking for healthy reef structure, the chance of rays and blacktip reef sharks, and a reserve-managed day trip where current and visibility can change with season and sea state.
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Research Estimate At Black Tip Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
CurrentLight current
Where Is Black Tip Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Black Tip Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 23m
Depth Note
Plateau around 18 m; maximum depth about 23 m along the northern wall.
Best Season
The cooler season from roughly October to April is the most dependable planning window for Black Tip Reef, when Daymaniyat trips and visibility are typically easier to manage.
Typical Conditions
Black Tip Reef usually combines coral-covered plateau terrain with a deeper wall, moderate visibility, and currents that are often manageable but can strengthen along exposed edges.
Safety & Access At Black Tip Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Moray eels may be found in caves under rocks; keep awareness when approaching overhangs and when sharks and rays are present.
Access Restrictions
Black Tip Reef is typically visited by licensed boat operators as part of Daymaniyat Islands reserve trips, so access depends on marine-park permissions, operator scheduling, and seasonal management rules.
Legal Notes
The Daymaniyat Islands are a protected reserve, and visits normally follow local permit, operator, and wildlife-protection rules that can limit when and how dive trips run.
Local Intel For Black Tip Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wall dive with a coral-covered plateau around 18 m and a maximum depth of roughly 23 m.
Freediving
Black Tip Reef is mainly a scuba site with deeper structure and operator-managed boat access, so it is not a casual freedive spot.
Snorkeling
Black Tip Reef is not usually treated as a dedicated snorkel stop because the main draw is the deeper plateau and wall rather than a shallow surface reef.
Wildlife at Black Tip Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Black Tip Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Black Tip Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
