Dive-site story
Situated along the Gulf of Oman coastline off Khor Fakkan, Coral Gardens features a gently sloping rocky reef layered with hard coral formations and soft coral patches. Large boulders provide shelter for macro life and sleeping turtles, while sandy patches around the reef perimeter often hold stingrays and resting bottom feeders. The site offers relaxed conditions with generally mild water movement, making it a staple destination for local day boats and training dives.
Extensive coverage of table corals and brain corals sheltering juvenile reef fish
Frequent encounters with green turtles and hawksbill turtles resting beneath coral ledges
Diverse macro critters including Arabian nudibranchs, pipefish, and banded coral shrimp
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Autumn through spring provides comfortable ambient air temperatures and pleasant diving conditions before extreme summer heat sets in.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Honeycomb MorayGymnothorax favagineus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Arabian AngelfishPomacanthus asfur | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowbar AngelfishPomacanthus maculosus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub CuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common |
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