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Ras Sawt
Shallow boat reef north of Dibba port.
Local operator required
Local Dibba dive centers commonly run the site.
Easy Musandam reef with shallow water, simple boat access, and enough fish life for relaxed beginner and training dives.
About Ras Sawt
Ras Sawt is a shallow boat reef north of Dibba port in Oman, with easy access and a profile that works well for beginners and training dives. The site keeps the experience relaxed, with fish life packed into the reef and a snorkel-friendly shallow feel, but you still need to respect boat traffic and keep clean reef discipline on the way in and out. It is more of a dependable all-round Musandam site than a dramatic deep reef.
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Research Estimate At Ras Sawt
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Ras Sawt?
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Ras Sawt Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 18m
Depth Note
Shallow boat-access reef north of Dibba port with a beginner-friendly profile.
Best Season
Winter, especially January through March, when seas are calmer and visibility is better for beginners.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef waters with a sloping bottom, calmer winter seas, and moderate visibility on ordinary days.
Safety & Access At Ras Sawt
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Use an SMB and stay close to the reef because local speedboats can share the area. Check the day-of briefing for current before entering.
Access Restrictions
Use an SMB and stay close to the reef because local speedboats can share the area. Check the day-of briefing for current before entering.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-center and boat-traffic procedures around Dibba port.
Local Intel For Ras Sawt
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy, shallow dives suitable for beginners through advanced divers; night diving is also highlighted.
Freediving
Possible for experienced freedivers in calm conditions, but the boat-traffic and reef proximity make a controlled plan important.
Snorkeling
Good for confident snorkelers when the sea is calm and surface traffic is light.
Recent Logged Visits At Ras Sawt
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ras Sawt
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility7m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
