Oman · Muscat coast
Um As Sakun Island
Best time to dive
October to May; June to September; May to October
What you might see
- Sea turtleLikely
- SeahorseLikely
- Whale sharkLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Shallow sections only
Safety notes
Season-dependent; standard reef/wreck-diving precautions
Permits & fees
Boat dive from Muscat; the Daymaniyat Islands are a protected reserve (permit and closed season)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Muscat
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.