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Flamingo Beach: Side Entry

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4.2 12 species 19 contributors

Flamingo Beach Side Entry offers year-round diving in Oman with healthy coral and diverse marine life accessible from shore.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
8.9 kn
Wave
1.6 m
Water
28.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (66%)
Now: W (262°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.04m

Next: High at 10:00 (+0.37m)

+0.6 m0 m-0.4 m
▲ 10:00 · +0.37m ▼ 21:00 · -0.43m ▲ 07:00 · +0.38m ▼ 22:00 · -0.44m
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

Flamingo Beach Side Entry is a shore-entry dive site on Oman's coast, welcoming divers throughout the year. The side entry approach makes this spot accessible for divers of varying experience levels, eliminating the need for boat access. Waters here support robust coral ecosystems with no signs of bleaching stress, creating a thriving habitat for marine species. Species observations from the site document 12 distinct marine animals, giving you a solid sense of what to expect underwater. The healthy coral conditions mean you'll encounter vibrant reef structures and the fish and crustaceans that depend on them. Community videos from other divers provide real-world perspectives on conditions and marine encounters. The site sits outside any marine protected area, so standard diving practices apply. Year-round accessibility means you can plan a dive trip around your schedule rather than waiting for seasonal windows. Whether you're building experience or looking for a reliable shore dive with good marine diversity, Flamingo Beach Side Entry delivers consistent underwater exploration in Oman.

Best months

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

Dive types

ShoreReef

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 6163km · ~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 Flamingo Beach Side Entry?

This site is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip around your schedule. No seasonal closures or severe weather windows restrict access.

What is the difficulty level and depth at this site?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Check with local dive operators in Oman for current conditions and recommendations before diving.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Flamingo Beach Side Entry. Coral is healthy with no bleaching stress, supporting active reef life including fish and crustaceans typical of Omani waters.

How do I get to the site and do I need permits?

Flamingo Beach Side Entry is a shore-entry dive, so you access the water directly from the beach. The site is outside any marine protected area, so standard Oman diving practices apply. Confirm local requirements with operators before your visit.

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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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