4m
    Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
    محمية جبل على الطبيعية

    OCEAN STAR

    Best months: Nov–Jan

    Protected Area

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    Why dive here

    OCEAN STAR is a wreck dive where divers can encounter blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks. Water ranges 23-34°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeNov–Jan
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Sea Turtles and Whale Sharks
    Water23-34°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 4m

    The Ocean Star wreck, sunk in 1977, is a Fujairah classic for a reason. We love it because it’s so accessible, sitting in just 4 meters of water, meaning you can spend a long time exploring every nook and cranny. You’ll find the hull largely intact, settled on a sandy bottom, with big sections that are perfect for peering inside. Our favourite part is navigating through the old cargo hold, where light filters down from the surface, illuminating schools of snapper that dart around the shadowed spaces. It's a fantastic spot for newer divers, offering a real wreck experience without the depth. The light here is often brilliant, turning the wreck’s metal into a kaleidoscope of blues and greens as the sun hits it. Look closely and you’ll spot moray eels tucked into crevices, and we’ve seen plenty of lionfish patrolling the deck plates. Keep an eye out for the resident nudibranchs too; they often add a splash of unexpected colour to the encrusted metal. It’s not a deep dive, but it’s a rich one, full of texture and life.

    Typical OCEAN STAR Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m4m max~60 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

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

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for OCEAN STAR

    OCEAN STAR Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for OCEAN STAR, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.05, 56.06) (1km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    32°C

    89°F · Range: 30.6–33.5°C

    Air Temperature

    29°C

    85°F

    Wind Speed

    4.07 m/s

    7.9 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1010.9 hPa

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

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