

Best for beginner divers, 3-33m, boat entry, moderate current.
Qarooh Island is a reef and drift dive site located in the Kubbar Island area of Kuwait. The site offers depths ranging from 3 to 33 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated 37.5 kilometres from the shore. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 20 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive durations of 50 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 17C to 29C. Hazards at this location include boat traffic, strong currents, and surf.
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Avoid windy days for the best underwater visibility; South to North winds can help clear sediment.
Accessible by boat from Khiran wharf. Speedboats take 45 to 60 minutes, while larger vessels can take up to 4 hours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-33m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Nov
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life at this site.
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 3 to 33 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 37.5 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Qaruh Island in Khiran requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Qaruh Island in Khiran. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Qaruh Island in Khiran are November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Qaruh Island in Khiran. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Qaruh Island in Khiran typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.