Martini Rock

Martini Rock, which is one of the best dive sites in United Arab Emirates, is a small but attractive reef named after the shape of the rocky pinnacles beneath the surface, which resemble a martini glass on its side. The rock is around 160 meters long and 80 meters wide at its widest point. You can dive around it starting at 12 meters and working your way up to 20 meters before returning to shallower waters. The average visibility at this location is 5-15 meters, however on a good day, you can get up to 20 meters.

This prominent East Coast diving site is known for its sandy gullies and abundance of rich orange soft coral, which is contrasted with deep purple and bright yellow soft coral. Martini Rock is alive with a kaleidoscope of colorful reef species, including snappers, fusiliers, lionfish, burrfish, snappers, parrot fish, Sergeant Majors, and broomtail wrasse, to mention a few.

Other intriguing marine species, including as cuttlefish, moray eels, and turtles, are likely to be seen gliding through these waters. Certified divers interested in underwater photography will find fascinating subjects such as seahorses, shrimps, and brilliant nudibranchs in a variety of colors, shapes, and body textures. Gobies reside in holes alongside shrimp cleaners in the sandy areas around the rock, while rays prefer to bury themselves halfway into the sand.

Location: Al Fujairah, UAE
Depth: 10 - 22 meters (30 - 72 feet)
Visibility: 5 - 15 meters (15 - 50 feet)