Diving on the East Coast

The east coast of the UAE has the advantage of not only offering wreck dives but is also a haven for tropical fish lovers due to the warm currents of the Arabian Sea, the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean. The diversity of the marine life, exotic fish and colourful corals make it a must for divers.

Visibility ranges from 3 to 20 metres depending on the currents.

The east coast offers both deep dives for advanced divers only as well as shallow dives for the less experienced.

We also offer reef diving as well as drift diving when the weather conditions are suitable.

Depending on the moon's cycle, currents can sometimes be a problem, and dive operators will either anchor or carry out drift dives. The visibility is normally between 3-20 metres.

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Diver safety

In order to make your east coast diving safe and pleasant we offer the following services:

• If it's your first time to the area we provide a dive 'buddy' or if you prefer we can provide you with a dive plan.
• At certain times of the year there are small invasions of jelly fish some of which are of the stinging varieties so we recommend wearing skins for your enjoyment.
• We provide torches for the deeper dives or sites that silt up easily as well as for night diving.

Night Diving

Night diving on the east coast is done all year round. It offers a whole new dimension to your underwater experience.

Creatures that are light sensitive come out at night to hunt, feed and play. Others anchor themselves in rock crevices, hide in shells or cocoon themselves in a thin film or 'sleeping blanket' to guard against being eaten by predators. While some other varieties of fish even change colour so the sea becomes a blanket of red hues.