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Eagle Bay

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 species 21 contributors

Eagle Bay offers year-round diving in Oman with healthy coral and diverse marine life across 12 recorded species.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Shore entryBleachingRisk

At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Green sea turtle, Hawksbill turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
9 kn
Wave
1.6 m
Water
28.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (66%)
Now: W (261°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.04m

Today: High 10:00 (+0.37m), Low 21:00 (-0.43m)

+0.6 m0 m-0.4 m
▲ 10:00 · +0.37m ▼ 21:00 · -0.43m ▲ 07:00 · +0.38m ▼ 22:00 · -0.44m Now -0.0m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV8.45 · very high Air PM2.511 · good 06:09 18:19
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 14.7 1.62 8 0mm
09-20 17.1 1.58 8 0mm
09-21 16.9 1.64 8 0mm
09-22 15.7 1.56 8 0mm
09-23 15 1.38 8 0mm
09-24 14.2 1.1 8 0mm
09-25 13.1 1.04 8 0mm

About this spot

Eagle Bay is a dive destination in Oman that welcomes divers throughout the year. The site sits outside any marine protected area, making it accessible for exploration. Local conditions support coral health with no bleaching stress reported, indicating a stable reef environment. The bay hosts a variety of marine species documented across 12 species observations, giving divers the chance to encounter Oman's underwater biodiversity. Community videos provide visual reference for what to expect underwater. The year-round accessibility makes Eagle Bay a flexible option for divers planning trips to the region without season constraints. While specific depth and visibility data aren't documented here, the site's health status and species diversity suggest conditions suitable for reef diving. The lack of protected area designation keeps access straightforward for visiting divers.

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Green sea turtleHawksbill turtle

Dive types

ReefShore

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type G · 240V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 6162km · ~1417kg · €26

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 59/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 9h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 9h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Eagle Bay?

Eagle Bay is accessible year-round, so you can plan dives to fit your schedule without seasonal limitations.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Eagle Bay has 12 documented species observations. Community videos available online show what divers typically encounter, so check those for specifics before your visit.

Is Eagle Bay protected or restricted?

No, Eagle Bay is not inside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward without special permits or restrictions.

How healthy is the coral at Eagle Bay?

Coral at Eagle Bay shows no bleaching stress, indicating stable reef conditions and healthy marine habitat.

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Eagle Bay Scuba Diving | Mirbat, Oman

Réjean Lavoie

Eagle bay dive site Mirbat , Oman

ABT DIVERS

diving in salalah - mirbat - Eagle bay site

ABT DIVERS
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jan (100/100) Worst: Sep (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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