Dive-site story
Situated within the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve, Aquarium stands out as one of Oman's premier dive sites. The reef features extensive table coral formations and rocky outcrops interspersed with sandy alleys where rays and zebra sharks rest. Schools of pelagic fish patrol the deeper slopes, while green turtles browse the hard coral gardens across the shallow sections.
Frequent encounters with resting zebra sharks and foraging sea turtles
Dense shoals of yellowtail snapper, trevally, and chevron barracuda circling the reef edge
Healthy expanses of hard coral fields supporting moray eels and macro critters
Passing whale sharks during the warmer summer and autumn months
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Autumn and spring bring an optimal balance of calm seas and clear visibility, while late summer offers the highest chance of whale shark encounters.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra SharkStegostoma tigrinum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whale SharkRhincodon typus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Honeycomb MorayGymnothorax favagineus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common |
Marine forecast
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