Dive-site story
Noodles is a shallow-to-mid-depth reef site situated in the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve. The topography features gentle coral slopes transitioning into wide sandy gullies, named for the abundant moray eels that peer out from crevices across the reef structure. Divers frequently encounter resting leopard sharks on the sand along with green turtles feeding among the hard and soft coral colonies.
Frequent sightings of leopard sharks resting on the sand channels between reef patches
Dense populations of honeycomb and yellowmouth moray eels inhabiting coral crevices
Sheltered conditions suitable for spotting macro life including nudibranchs and juvenile boxfish
Regular encounters with green and hawksbill sea turtles grazing near coral heads
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Plankton blooms during late summer reduce water clarity but bring migratory whale sharks and feeding rays to the islands.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honeycomb morayGymnothorax favagineus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Leopard sharkStegostoma tigrinum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Arabian butterflyfishChaetodon melapterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whale sharkRhincodon typus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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