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Sharm rocks

Fujairah pinnacles reef with soft coral and fish schools

ScubaSnorkelBoat EntryIntermediate
PinnacleReef
Boat-access pinnacles off Al Aqah with soft coral, route flexibility, and a shallow side that can work for snorkeling.

About Sharm rocks

Sharm rocks is a Fujairah pinnacle dive built around three rock tops that break the surface and a deeper fourth outcrop that is less often visited. The site gives you a flexible reef route with soft coral, fish schools, and a shallow side that works for snorkelling when conditions are calm. It is an all-level boat dive, but the best runs still come from picking the line that matches the water on the day.

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Research Estimate At Sharm rocks

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedQuite busy

Where Is Sharm rocks?

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Sharm rocks Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

10m - 22m

Depth Note

The main pinnacles are described at about 15 m maximum, with a less-frequented fourth outcrop and shallower water around the tops for snorkelling.

Best Season

All year round, with calmer and clearer conditions on better-weather days.

Typical Conditions

Boat-based pinnacles, variable but often calm water, and visibility that is usually best on settled days.

Safety & Access At Sharm rocks

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat trafficLow visibility

Safety Notes

Use the dive-centre briefing, keep the pinnacles on a clean line, and shorten the route if the water shifts during the dive.

Access Restrictions

Boat access is via licensed centres from Al Aqah, and the mainland liaison plus fees run through the operator.

Legal Notes

Treat it as a protected marine nature site and follow centre rules for reef contact and specimen collection.

Local Intel For Sharm rocks

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

Depth range is about 10โ€“22 m around the three rock pinnacles.

Freedive

The shallow water around the pinnacles can suit experienced breath-hold users in calm conditions, but the site is primarily managed as a boat dive.

Snorkel

The shallow tops are explicitly suggested for snorkelling when the sea is calm.

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Sharm rocks Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Sharm rocks Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

coralcreekdiving.com ยท Operator Guide

Supplemental operator description of calm conditions and beginner suitability.

divechamp.com ยท Dive Directory

Directory source with visibility and popularity signals for the site.

moccae.gov.ae ยท Official Government

Official ecotourism entry with access, seasonality, snorkeling, marine life, and facilities guidance.

www.diversdownuae.com ยท Operator Guide

Local operator page for route size and site layout around the main rock run.

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