When it comes to diving in Oman, the two go-to areas offer quite varied diving, from the dolphins and turtles of Muscat, to the fjords and pink cliffs of the Musandam peninsula.
Where to Go Diving in Oman
Where to go in Oman

Salalah & the Empty Quarter
If variety is the spice of life, Salalah certainly gives it flavour. A stark contrast to Muscat, diving in Salalah offers an interesting mix...

Muscat
Great hotels, good diving and very few crowds. It's easy to see why Muscat is a viable alternative to the more crowded Red Sea.

Musandam Peninsula
Dramatic underwater landscapes and abundant marine life make the Musandam a must for divers looking for something different.
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Luxury Hotels in Oman

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...

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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Language: Arabic
Currency: Rial Omani
Visa: Not required before travelling – you can get a visa on arrival
Religion: Islam
Food & Drink: A famous drink: Laban (a salty buttermilk), Khawa (Omani Coffee), ruz al mudhroub, Shuwa
Time difference:
GMT +4 hrs
Flight from London:
7:00 hrs
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