There is so much to explore on a diving holiday in the Middle East. From the fjords and cliffs of Oman, to the many reefs and abundant marine life of Sharm el Sheikh and the Red Sea, the Middle East has endless possibilities.
Where to Go Diving in the Middle East
Where to go in Middle East
Oman
Oman has spectacular scenery, both over and under the water. And the bonus, it's relatively quiet and untouched when compared to its Middle Eastern...
Egypt
Egypt has vast historical and cultural aspects, and also offers world class diving, all within striking distance of Europe.
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Luxury Hotels in Middle East
Private Dive Safari
Private tented camps, yachts and diving are what make this trip so special. You just can’t get it anywhere else.
Six Senses Dhahab Dhow
Built in the style of a traditional Omani dhow, Dhahab is the Six Senses Zighy Bay’s latest accommodation and experience venture. A few days...
Oman Aggressor
Plying the waters of the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman, the Oman Aggressor luxury yacht offers divers the opportunity to live aboard and experience...
Sharm El Sheikh Four Seasons
Backed by the Sinai Mountains and faced with panoramas of the Red Sea, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh is reminiscent of an Arabian palace.
The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh
Sitting on the edge of the Red Sea, Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh is an oasis of Egyptian decadence and with a certified PADI dive centre offering a wealth...
Shangri-La Barr al Jissah
Nestled between the rugged Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman, you wouldn’t guess the secluded Shangri-La Barr al Jissah is located a mere...
Six Senses Zighy Bay
Paraglide into a dramatic landscape where Six Senses Zighy Bay is enveloped in a magical desert setting. Based on a traditional Omani village,...
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