Dive-site story
Located off the rugged coastline of the Musandam Peninsula, this site features a sloping hard coral reef that drops toward a sandy seabed. Dense fields of table corals and massive brain coral formations shelter a rich variety of Arabian Gulf reef fish, while the open sand is a reliable resting spot for rays and bottom-dwelling sharks.
Expansive hard coral gardens transitioning into sandy channels
Frequent encounters with resting zebra sharks and foraging stingrays
Plentiful macro critters sheltered within extensive coral heads
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Autumn through spring brings cooler, more comfortable air temperatures and dependable underwater conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra sharkStegostoma tigrinum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Cownose rayRhinoptera javanica | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Arabian butterflyfishChaetodon melapterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub cuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common |
Marine forecast
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