Diving in Western Arabian Sea
Quick Facts
- • Entry types: Mostly shore entries
- • Expect: Varies by conditions visibility
- • Highlights: Discover Western Arabian Sea's dive spots
Explore the underwater wonders of Western Arabian Sea, ecoregion. This region features 11 documented dive spots, each offering unique underwater experiences. Whether you're seeking calm snorkeling bays, challenging freediving depths, or exciting scuba adventures, Western Arabian Sea has something for every underwater explorer. Browse detailed spot information, check current conditions from recent dive logs, and connect with the local diving community to make the most of your visit.
Regional Context
🏛️ Marine Hierarchy
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Countries in Western Arabian Sea (3)
Popular Spots in Western Arabian Sea (11)
Alila House Reef
Alila House Reef is located on the western end of Hinu Bay, providing a shore entry point for divers. The reef is relatively shallow, with depths ranging from 3 to 9 meters. Divers typically explore the site by heading out on their right shoulder and returning on their left. The underwater environment features a seasonal kelp forest, along with sea anemones and various coral formations. Marine life commonly observed includes Salalah guitarfish, eagle rays, blue spotted rays, nudibranchs, turtles, parrot fish, moray eels, banner fish, and trunk fish.
Aquiriam
Aquiriam is a dive site accessible via a 35-minute boat ride. The site features natural rock formations that create a unique underwater environment. Divers can explore depths reaching up to 18 meters, with the most diverse marine life found around 7 meters. A variety of fish species inhabit this area, including trigger fish, banner fish, butterfly fish, as well as octopus, turtles, rays, and moray eels.
China Wreck
The China Wreck is a dive site accessible from the shore, located at coordinates 16.965600, 54.707800. The wreck lies at a depth of approximately 8 meters and is home to a variety of marine species. Divers can expect to see Steve the turtle, along with trigger fish, schools of snappers, octopus, moray eels, juvenile clownfish, and sweet lips among the diverse marine life present in the area. This site is suitable for beginners and Basic Divers due to its shallow depth and easy access.
Derin
Derin is the deepest dive site in the region, reaching a maximum depth of approximately 45 meters. It is primarily designated for training purposes and is located just ten minutes from the jetty at Roshan Resort. The site features impressive rock formations and offers the chance to encounter larger pelagic species. Marine life includes lobsters, eagle rays, Mobulas, guitar and leopard sharks, as well as various triggerfish and an array of deep-water corals and sponges.
Eagle Bay (Oman)
Eagle Bay is a dive site accessible by boat, located approximately 30 minutes from the shore. The site features a maximum depth of 12 meters, with an average depth of 9 meters. Divers can explore a broad sandy channel bordered by coral formations on either side. The area is home to a variety of marine life, including clownfish, triggerfish, moray eels, scorpion fish, Moorish idols, as well as octopus, cuttlefish, nudibranchs, and turtles.
Fathi Reef
Fathi Reef is located directly in front of the Alila hotel and features a diverse underwater landscape with coral gardens. The site reaches a maximum depth of 24 meters, while the average depth is around 15 meters. Divers can observe a variety of marine life, including moray eels, scorpion fish, clown fish, butterfly fish, trigger fish, and rays. Notable species such as mobula rays, eagle rays, and leopard sharks can also be encountered here.
Hamdi Block
Hamdi Block is a wall dive situated on the inshore side of a small island, with depths ranging from 12 meters to a maximum of 28 meters. The dive site is approximately a 25-minute boat ride from Roshan Jetty, where divers may have the opportunity to see dolphins during the journey. The rocky wall is home to a variety of macro life, with small creatures residing among the rocks. Mooray eels are commonly observed in this area, alongside extensive hard coral growth.
Larissa
Larissa is situated approximately 7 minutes by boat from the jetty at Roshan Resort. The dive site features a sandy bottom that ranges from 4 meters to 25 meters in depth. Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life, including Rock Lobsters, Turtles, and Eagle Rays. Additionally, common species in the area include Picasso triggerfish and Blue triggerfish, alongside a diverse array of Tropical Reef Fish and both hard and soft corals.
Lucas Reef
Lucas Reef is situated approximately five minutes from the jetty of Roshan Resort. This dive site is characterized by its shallow depths, making it suitable for beginner divers. Marine life observed here includes turtles, octopus, various rays, triggerfish, and a range of tropical reef fish, showcasing the biodiversity of the region.
Marriott Wreck
The Marriott Wreck is located in front of the Wyndham Garden Hotel, resting at a depth of 12 meters. This shipwreck, measuring approximately 80 to 100 meters in length and about 12 meters wide, sank between 1914 and 1916, with local lore suggesting it was attacked by pirates. The site is home to diverse marine life, including large schools of barracuda, thicklips, lunar fusiliers, parrotfish, numerous moray eels, and the occasional crocodilefish.
Ras Mirbat
Ras Mirbat is a shore entry dive site characterized by rock pinnacles that reach depths between 5 meters and 30 meters. It offers a variety of marine life, making it suitable for both novice and experienced divers. Notable species include various Nudibranchs, octopus, trigger fish, lobsters, and moray eels, providing a rich underwater experience.