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Dive Spot Guide•
Ras Sarkan
Wall-and-slope dive in Musandam with strong coral and fish life.
A boat-access Musandam site where a wall meets adjacent slopes. The main planning factors are current, visibility, and boat traffic, so it suits disciplined divers who stay close to the reef.
About Ras Sarkan
Ras Sarkan is a wall-and-slope dive at the southern mouth of Habalayn Bay in Musandam. The site combines a steep reef edge with adjacent sloping sections, hard and soft coral cover, and a busy approach zone where divers need to stay alert for current and local speedboats. It suits intermediate divers who are comfortable with moving water, close wall tracking, and a more energetic open-water profile.
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Research Estimate At Ras Sarkan
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Ras Sarkan?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ras Sarkan Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 40m
Depth Note
The wall and slopes span about 10 to 40 m.
Best Season
Winter, especially February to April.
Typical Conditions
Wall-and-slope diving with hard and soft corals, around 13 m visibility, and current that can strengthen near the corner.
Safety & Access At Ras Sarkan
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentBoat traffic
Safety Notes
Current may be present, especially at the corner. Local speedboats are active in the area, so use an SMB and stay close to the wall.
Local Intel For Ras Sarkan
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wall-and-slope dive with hard and soft corals and a strong planning focus on current and boat traffic.
Wildlife at Ras Sarkan
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ras Sarkan
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ras Sarkan
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
