23m
    Dubai & Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    MARJAN

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Why dive here

    MARJAN is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-35°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Whale Sharks
    Water22-35°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 23m

    Marjan isn't just a wreck dive, it's a slice of history sitting upright on the seabed. This 97-meter cargo vessel went down in 1983, and its story is one of those that sticks with you – fifteen bodies recovered, a proper maritime mystery. We love how the Marjan has become a real home for the local reef fish, a stark contrast to its tragic past. Dropping down, the sheer scale of it is what hits you first. The bow is particularly imposing, still mostly intact. We'd suggest spending some time exploring the forward holds; you can often spot large groupers lurking in the shadows, along with schools of snappers that swirl inside the darker spaces. Visibility can be a bit variable here, so we always try to hit it on a rising tide for the best conditions. Even on a slightly murkier day, the wreck's outline is clear enough to navigate, and the feeling of diving into that history is palpable. It’s a compelling dive for anyone who appreciates a wreck with a real story behind it, not just a pile of twisted metal.

    Typical MARJAN Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m23m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MARJAN

    MARJAN Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for MARJAN, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.03, 53.72) (18km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    33°C

    91°F · Range: 30.1–34.3°C

    Air Temperature

    30°C

    86°F

    Wind Speed

    6.23 m/s

    12.1 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1010.4 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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