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Dibba Rock

3.5 — based on 13 community signals
4.2 12 especies 29 colaboradores

Dibba Rock is a year-round dive site in the UAE offering consistent access and healthy coral conditions for divers.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
3.1 kn
Olas
0.3 m
Agua
32.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (45%)
Now: W (279°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.75m

Próxima: Alta a las 03:00 (+0.59m)

+1.2 m0 m-0.6 m
▲ 03:00 · +0.59m ▼ 09:00 · +0.36m ▲ 13:00 · +0.57m ▼ 21:00 · -0.4m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.6 · high Aire PM2.540 · sensitive 06:02 18:14
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 7.6 0.32 8 0mm
09-20 7.9 0.44 8 0mm
09-21 7.9 0.64 8 0mm
09-22 7.9 0.46 8 0mm
09-23 6.7 0.28 8 0mm
09-24 5.8 0.18 7 0mm
09-25 6.6 0.14 7 0mm

About this spot

Dibba Rock sits off the coast of the United Arab Emirates and delivers reliable diving throughout the year. The site attracts divers seeking encounters with the region's marine diversity, supported by documented species observations from the dive community. Coral health at Dibba Rock remains robust with no bleaching stress recorded, making it a stable choice for repeat visits. The rock formation creates varied underwater terrain that draws different skill levels. Local divers have documented 12 species observations at the site, providing insight into the marine life you're likely to encounter. Community videos available online show real conditions and what to expect when planning a dive. Access to Dibba Rock is straightforward with no marine protected area restrictions limiting diving activity. This straightforward access combined with year-round conditions makes the site practical for both local and visiting divers. The combination of healthy coral and consistent marine life observations means you'll see active reef ecosystems on most dives.

Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeBarco

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type G · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 5711km · ~1314kg · €24

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 65/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 9h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Dibba Rock?

Dibba Rock can be dived year-round, offering consistent conditions throughout the seasons. This makes planning your UAE dive trip flexible based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows.

What marine life will I see at Dibba Rock?

The site has 12 documented species observations from the dive community. Check community videos and local dive logs to see recent sightings before your visit. Coral health is excellent with no bleaching stress, supporting active reef ecosystems.

Are there permits or access restrictions at Dibba Rock?

Dibba Rock is not located within a marine protected area, so standard UAE diving regulations apply. Contact local dive operators for current requirements and safety briefings before diving.

What difficulty level is Dibba Rock?

The rock formation accommodates divers of varying experience. Review the 3 available community videos and recent dive logs for details on current conditions, depth zones, and recommended skill levels before your dive.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Freestyle Divers

0.8 km
Centro de buceo

Freestyle Divers Equipment Storage

0.8 km
Centro de buceo

Nomad Dive Center

9.7 km
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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

1 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Chaenogaleus macrostoma

Elasmobranchii · Hemigaleidae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 ene 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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Scubamile - Sodwana Bay

Diving at Dibba Rock

Flying Fish Scuba International

Diving Dibba Rock UAE from Freestyle Divers

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (78/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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