Mirbat

Best time to dive

October to May; October to December

What you might see

• DolphinLikely
• Hammerhead sharkLikely
• Manta rayLikely
• NudibranchLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - snorkeling day trips in the Mirbat area offered (e.g. ABT Divers, per TripAdvisor review title; MED confidence)

Safety notes

Unpredictable currents; large shark encounters requiring diver composure/skill; rough seas in the monsoon transition period

Permits & fees

- (no specific permit requirement found; absence of evidence, not confirmation of none)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Salalah