Ras Sawt
Shallow boat reef north of Dibba port.
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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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Where Is Ras Sawt?
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
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
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.
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Exposure Profile at Ras Sawt
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