Diving in Oman
The main areas for diving are:
- Musandam in the north
- Around the capital area Muscat
- Around Salalah in the South.
Overall the best diving is around the Daymaniyat islands where on occasions it is possible to dive with whale sharks.
Many of our guests are interested in a diving trip at the beginning or the end of their overland adventure tour. But remember if you book it at the end of your trip you should allow 24 hrs after diving before flying back.
For dive sites on the Daymaniyat Islands and Fahal Island the boats leave from the Al Mouj Marina this is less than a 15 minute drive from the Nomad Guest House The boats leave Al Mouj at 0800 hrs and return about 1500 hrs. There will be two dives and when relaxing between dives the crew will prepare a BBQ lunch.
For dive sites in the Bandar Khayran area and the Al Munassir Wreck the boats leave from the Marina Bandar Al Rowdha.
The boats leave Bandar Al Rowdha at 0800 hrs and return about 1330 hrs. There will be two dives and when relaxing between dives the crew will prepare a BBQ lunch.
Note Pick up and drop of from your hotel is not included We recommend getting an Otaxi
Note you can buy a Nomad esim card before you arrive in Oman and activate it when you get to Muscat and download the OTaxi app.
PADI Courses
PADI Courses can be arranged If you are interested in any of the courses below please include a comment on the booking form. We will let you know if the course is available and the Price.
- PADI Reactivate
- PADI Open Water
- PADI Advanced
- PADI EFR
- PADI Rescue
- PADI Divemaster
The Nomad Guest house is very conveniently located for anyone diving from Al Mouj or taking courses at the Dive centre. The Guest House is also very near to the Kite surfing on Azaiba beach.
How cool would it be to sign up for both a kitesurfing course and a diving course. When the wind is up and the sea is rough you kite surf when there is little wind and sea is calm you dive.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to dive in Oman?
Diving in Oman (Muscat) is done all year round. From July to November is the annual whale shark season in Oman. Visibility is at its best in April-May or September-November.
What is the water temperature year around?
Water temperature ranges a lot here in Oman. In summer we have warm water with up to 32 degrees on the surface and in winter the surface water temperature is around 26 degrees. As soon as you descend the water gets colder of course, with around 28 degrees in summer and 24 in winter.
Do you offer transportation or pickup from the hotel?
No, we do not offer transportation or Hotel pick-up. We have free parking behind our Dive Center and if you do not have your own car, we recommend to use the Otaxi App to get the best fares around Muscat
How long do I have to wait until I can fly after one or two dives?
Flying after scuba diving is one of the more widely known risks to divers. The pressure in a plane’s cabin is comparable to a fast ascension while diving. This increases the chance of decompression sickness. The general rule is to wait 24 hours to fly after diving
What is the maximum depth of daymaniyat islands?
Daymaniyat Islands offer easy and quite shallow Scuba Diving with maximum depths of 26 meters.
What should I take with me on my trip?
Bring comfortable clothes, a reusable bottle, a DryBag if you have one and a towel and some sunscreen. Food and drinks are provided.
Can women wear bikini on boat?
Dress modest when arriving at our Dive Center – but there is no problem with wearing a normal Bikini as soon as the boat leaves the marina.
Is there a toilet on the boat?
Yes, we do have a toilet on the boat. Toilet and Showers can also be found in the Dive Center.
What happens in case of bad weather?
Your safety is always our top priority. If the weather or sea conditions are not safe for diving, we will inform you and we can reschedule the dive depending on your availability.
In case of emergency where is the nearest decompression chamber?
The nearest decompression chamber is located at the Royal Hospital in Bowsher, Muscat – 20 minutes from our Dive Center.
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