Scuba diver navigating through vibrant coral formations in deep blue ocean waters.
Saudi Arabia · Farasan Banks

Shib Ammar

Also known as: Dolphin Reef

Best time to dive

Season varies - confirm locally

What you might see

  • DolphinLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkPeak season

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

Liveaboard dive to the offshore Farasan Banks (from Al Lith)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Al Lith

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.