Takht-e Jamshid تخت جمشید

Shallow reef dive with diverse marine life

Boat Access
3m Avg Depth
6m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Takht-e Jamshid, located near Qeshm Island in Iran, offers a relatively shallow and calm diving experience, perfect for beginners. Navigation is straightforward due to the shallow depths and generally clear waters. There isn't a specific known history tied to the dive site beyond its natural beauty and the rich marine life it supports. The site's accessibility makes it a popular choice for both training and recreational dives.

The underwater landscape is characterized by vibrant coral reefs teeming with diverse fish species, including various reef fish common to the Persian Gulf. Divers can also spot sea turtles, rays, and a variety of echinoderms like starfish and sea urchins. The colorful coral formations and abundant marine life create a visually stunning underwater environment.

The best time to visit Takht-e Jamshid is during the warmer months (spring and summer) when the water temperature is pleasant and visibility is at its best. For freedivers, the calm conditions and shallow depths make it an ideal location for practicing various breath-hold techniques. Scuba divers will also appreciate the ease of navigation and the abundance of marine life to observe. Remember to respect the marine environment and practice responsible diving.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefturtlerayfishbeginner friendlyshallow diveiran (islamic republic of)qeshm

Marine Life

various reef fishsea turtlesraysechinoderms

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Maximum depth of 6 meters, calm conditions.

Current Strength:

Mild

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