North Bay

Oman's North Bay: diverse coral reef, macro and big animals

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
17m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site begins on a sandy bottom at 4 meters, featuring large bommies and rock formations ideal for spotting stingrays, snake eels, and needlefish. Deeper exploration reveals a stunning array of soft and hard corals, reaching a maximum depth of 17 meters. Navigation is generally straightforward, following the gradual sloping bottom and coral formations. No historical information is available on this dive site.

Marine life is abundant and diverse. You can expect to encounter large honeycomb moray eels, cuttlefish, various species of reef fish, and larger pelagic species like tuna and trevally. Smaller creatures, including snake eels and stingrays, are common in shallower areas amongst the bommies. The hard and soft corals provide a rich habitat for a wealth of invertebrate life.

The best time to visit is likely during the cooler months (October to May) when water visibility is generally better and currents are milder. For freedivers, shallower areas around the bommies offer excellent opportunities for shorter dives. Divers should be aware of potential currents, especially at depth, and plan accordingly. Remember to maintain buoyancy control to avoid damaging the delicate coral.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Local Secret

Plan Your Visit

coral reefmacro photographywide anglestingrayhoneycomb moray eelcuttlefishtunatrevallisnake eelneedlefishoman

Marine Life

StingraySnake EelHoneycomb Moray EelCuttlefishTunaTrevalliNeedlefishHard CoralSoft Coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Moderate depth, varied terrain, potential currents.

Hazards:
strong currentsmarine life
Current Strength:

Mild

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