Mirbat

Mirbat, located in the Dhofar Governorate, around 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) from Muscat, offers a unique diving experience. The summer monsoon season brings a dramatic drop in temperatures and a plethora of underwater life. Mirbat is one of the few spots on the earth where you can see both coral reefs and kelp forests.

Divers have the chance to swim among whales, dolphins, and cuttlefish, among other animals. Due to the limited visibility and choppy water, this dive location is best suited to more experienced divers. When the water is exceptionally choppy, dive centers close from May to September.

Every site in Mirbat offers the convenience of a beach access into the water. Because the diving sites are all close to the beach, the greatest depth is 17 meters. The environments are ideal for coral growth because of the amount of sunlight and shallow water. Mirbat's diving offers not just beautiful coral gardens, but also a diverse array of fish. The macro life is available for anybody with an eye for our smaller buddies, from the tiny Nudibranches to Flat Worms, Shrimp, and other crustaceans. If little sea critters are not your thing, keep your eyes peeled for numerous types of rays, turtles, clown fish, and barracudas in the distance. There are also Octopus, a vast variety of Morays, Stone fish, and many other creatures can be found here.

Location: 75 kms East of Salalah