Diving in Fujairah
Why dive here
Fujairah is a diving destination where divers can encounter blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks.
Fujairah often gets overlooked, but honestly, we think that's part of its charm. It’s a completely different vibe from the glitz of Dubai, and the diving reflects that. Here on the Gulf of Oman side, you're looking at a mix of wrecks and reefs, generally pretty accessible. We love the easy boat rides out to sites like Inchcape 1 or Martini Rock, where you can often spot slender threadfin bream schooling over the corals. Visibility can swing a bit depending on the plankton blooms - sometimes it’s a calm 15 metres, other days it’s closer to 5 metres, but that often means more pelagics. We’ve had incredible encounters with bigeye houndsharks gliding through the deeper sections, especially around the pinnacles. For macro enthusiasts, keep an eye out for banded cleaner shrimp tucked into anemones; they’re everywhere if you know where to look. Our favourite is exploring the wrecks, feeling the slight current push you gently over the metal, imagining the stories they hold. The coral, while not always vibrant, has some interesting structures, particularly the staghorn and pagoda varieties, creating nice hiding spots for smaller reef fish. It's not a 'wow' every dive, but it's consistently enjoyable and offers a proper escape.
Fujairah Dive Site Map
Dive sites and dive centres in Fujairah
Fujairah Dive Sites
155 dive sites in Fujairah
A 40-AD
A 40-AD, Fujairah's infamous helicopter wreck, is always a laugh. It’s a shallow dive, just ten metres, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's simple. This isn't some pristine, intact vessel; it’s a mangled mess, a dramatic testament to its rather spectacular sinking in 1976. The story goes it crashed attempting to land on a helipad, and you can really see the impact. We love exploring the twisted metal, imagining the chaos. The fuselage is split open, the rotors are bent into abstract shapes, and the whole thing feels like a forgotten sculpture. Over the years, plenty of life has moved in. You'll often find moray eels peeking from crevices, and big schools of fusiliers swirl around the wreckage, catching the sunlight. It's a fantastic spot for macro, too; nudibranchs are always a good bet if you slow down and look closely. This site is perfect for photographers who appreciate character over perfection, and anyone who enjoys a wreck with a truly wild story. It’s an easy, relaxed dive, great for an afternoon outing.
Abu Rashid Drift
Abu Rashid Drift, off Fujairah, offers a straightforward current dive to 21 meters. We often find schooling fusiliers here, along with the occasional moray eel tucked into the reef. It’s a good spot for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed drift experience without too much drama. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant ride.
Abu Rashid Wall
Abu Rashid Wall is a decent intermediate dive, dropping to around 28 metres. The wall itself doesn't offer many exciting features, but we often spot various nudibranchs and flatworms if you look closely. It’s a good choice if you're looking for a relaxed dive with consistent depth, without strong currents to worry about.
ADEL-104
ADEL-104 is one of those Fujairah wrecks we keep coming back to. Forget grand ocean liners; this is a humble barge, but it’s packed with character. Resting upright at 25 metres, its open holds are perfect for easy penetration, even if you’re new to overhead environments. We love slipping through the shadowy interior, watching the light shafts cut through the water, revealing schools of yellowfin barracuda that often hover just inside. The wreck itself is a magnet for marine life. Look for moray eels tucked into every crevice, and we’ve often spotted large porcupinefish cruising slowly around the deck. Our favourite spot is the stern, where you’ll find a dense growth of colourful soft corals, often swaying gently in the mild current. The visibility here can be superb, especially in the mornings, giving the whole site a wonderfully clear, inviting feel. It’s a genuinely relaxing dive, best suited for those who appreciate the quiet beauty of a colonised wreck rather than a vibrant reef.
Aftab Park - پارک آفتاب
Aftab Park is a genuinely pleasant entry-level dive in Fujairah, perfect if you’re looking for a relaxed start or a refresher. It’s shallow, consistently around 9m, so bottom time is generous and the light penetration keeps things bright. We’ve seen a decent variety of smaller reef fish here, parrotfish nibbling at the rocks and schools of fusiliers zipping past, along with the occasional moray eel peeking from crevices. Visibility tends to be pretty reliable, making it an easy, enjoyable dive for beginners or those just wanting a chill afternoon underwater.
AJMAN GLORY
The *Ajman Glory* in Fujairah is one of those wrecks that just hits right, especially if you appreciate a good backstory. She’s a decent size at 52 metres, resting upright at 28m, and offers a really satisfying dive. We love that she’s been down since ’89, which means plenty of time for life to get comfortable. Drop down and you’re immediately struck by the sheer volume of fish. Shoals of snapper and fusiliers swirl around the superstructure, often so thick you have to fin through them. Inside the cargo holds, we’ve found giant morays peering out from dark corners, and occasionally a curious reef shark will cruise past the stern. The bow section is particularly intact, still holding a surprising amount of detail, and we always spend a good chunk of our no-decompression limit exploring that area. It’s a dive that suits those with a bit of wreck experience, mostly because of the depth and the potential for a decent current, though it’s generally quite manageable. Our pick is an early morning dive, before the day boats arrive, when the light filtering through the water column really makes the wreck pop.
AJMAN GLORY
The Ajman Glory, previously the Lady Maya and a few others before that, is a deep, honest-to-goodness wreck dive off Fujairah. Sunk back in 1989, she sits upright at 49 metres, a proper steel skeleton for those comfortable with the depth and the technical considerations that come with it. We love the way the light filters down, creating an eerie, almost cathedral-like feel as you approach her deck. This isn’t a colourful reef dive, it’s a dive into history. Her 52-metre hull is well-colonised with whip corals and the occasional soft coral swaying in the slight current. You’ll often find schools of snapper hovering around the superstructure, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from dark crevices. Our favourite part is exploring the bridge area, though careful buoyancy is key here, as silt can easily be disturbed. It’s a dive for advanced wreck enthusiasts looking for a quiet, contemplative experience rather than a bustling reef.
Al Batinah
Al Batinah is one of those Fujairah sites that often flies under the radar, but it’s worth a look if you’re in the area. We typically drop onto a sandy bottom at around 22 meters, finding a scattered collection of rocks and small reef patches. It’s not a dramatic wall dive, but we’ve consistently found some interesting macro life here, like nudibranchs, pipefish, and occasionally a shy reef octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s a good choice for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed bottom time and a chance to really slow down and observe the smaller residents.
Al Batnah
Al Batnah is a newcomer to Fujairah, only sinking in early 2023, but it’s already becoming one of our favourite shallow dives in the region. This isn’t some ancient wooden hull, it’s a modern cargo vessel, intentionally scuttled and sitting upright at just 10 metres. The ship’s superstructure is surprisingly intact, allowing for some easy swim-throughs into the bridge and accommodation blocks. You can glide over the cargo hold, now a wide-open space where schools of yellowtail barracuda like to cruise. What we love about Batnah is how quickly the marine life has moved in. Already, the railings are fuzzy with new coral growth, and juvenile bannerfish dart in and out of the doorways. Look closely and you’ll spot nudibranchs clinging to the metalwork, and we’ve even seen a resident turtle munching on algae near the stern. The shallow depth means fantastic light penetration, casting eerie shadows through the decks. It’s an ideal spot for newer wreck divers or those looking for a relaxed, long bottom time. We’d suggest going in the morning before any wind picks up, when the visibility tends to be at its best.
ALIA 1 (AFTER SECTION)
The Alia 1’s ‘After Section’ is a proper deep dive, sitting at 38m. Not one for your first few deep dives, but if you’re comfortable with the depth, this is our favourite part of the wreck. It’s the remains of a steel barge, scattered in pieces, but those pieces are substantial. We love how the metal has softened over time, edges rounded by the current, now completely encrusted. You drop onto a jumble of twisted metal and quickly spot the huge propeller and rudder, often swarming with schools of yellowtail snappers. Swim around the stern, where you’ll find plenty of moray eels tucked into crevices, and keep an eye out for whitetip reef sharks cruising the perimeter. The structure provides great shelter, so we often see larger pelagic fish passing by. This part of the Alia feels more like a natural reef than a wreck, a fantastic metal sculpture taken over by the sea.
ALIA 1 (FORWARD SECTION)
The Alia 1, or at least its forward section, sits upright at 30 metres, a proper old barge that feels much older than it is. We love how the hull is starting to collapse in places, creating these shadowy alcoves where snapper often hang out. Dropping down, you hit the bow first, then glide along the deck, where the anchor chain still sits coiled. It's a proper swim-through in parts if you’re comfortable, pushing through gaps in the mangled metal, but always check your buoyancy first. What makes this wreck special for us is the way the resident batfish school around the mast, a shimmering wall of silver that parts as you approach. Look closer, and you’ll spot nudibranchs on the encrusting corals, little bursts of colour on the rusted steel. The current here can pick up, so we always suggest diving this one on a slack tide if you want to explore the hold without battling the flow. It's a fantastic dive for those who enjoy a bit of history mixed with a healthy dose of marine life, offering a good 45-minute bottom time on a single tank.
Alimdat
Alimdat, a launch vessel, sits upright at 31 metres, making it a great Fujairah wreck for those comfortable with deeper dives. We love the way she’s already become part of the reef, encrusted in soft corals that sway gently with the current. This isn't a massive freighter, but the compact size means you can really spend time exploring the deck and superstructure without feeling rushed. Look inside the wheelhouse for glassfish schooling tightly, almost pulsing, and keep an eye on the sand around the stern for stingrays. The resident moray eels are pretty bold here, often peeking out from pipes and crevices. Visibility can be a bit variable, but on a good day, the light plays beautifully through the water, illuminating the wreck’s details. We’d suggest going early to avoid any potential afternoon chop. It’s a solid dive for advanced open water divers keen on photography, offering plenty of interesting angles and macro opportunities on the colonised metalwork.
Fujairah Dive Centres
26 dive shops and operators in Fujairah
ABKAVAN QESHM
Al Boom Diving
Al Boom Diving - Le Meridien Al Aqah
Al Jazeera Diving & Swimming Centre
Apnea Zone
Barracuda Diving Center
Bel Remaitha Club
Bermuda Diving Center
Ocean Wildlife in Fujairah
14 species recorded in Fujairah
Fujairah Daylight & Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise and sunset times for Fujairah, calculated from coordinates
Today - Monday 24 August
Sunrise
05:53
Sunset
18:45
Daylight
12h 52m
Golden Hour
18:14
First light (dawn) at 05:30 · Last light (dusk) at 19:09
Monthly Averages
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 07:05 | 17:46 | 10h 41m |
| Feb | 06:53 | 18:09 | 11h 17m |
| Mar | 06:26 | 18:25 | 11h 59m |
| Apr | 05:54 | 18:39 | 12h 46m |
| May | 05:31 | 18:55 | 13h 25m |
| JunLongest | 05:24 | 19:10 | 13h 46m |
| Jul | 05:34 | 19:11 | 13h 37m |
| AugNow | 05:49 | 18:53 | 13h 4m |
| Sep | 06:02 | 18:22 | 12h 20m |
| Oct | 06:15 | 17:50 | 11h 34m |
| Nov | 06:35 | 17:28 | 10h 53m |
| DecShortest | 06:56 | 17:27 | 10h 31m |
Times are approximate local times based on longitude. Actual times may vary slightly depending on the exact timezone observed in Fujairah.
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Marine Protected Areas near Fujairah
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