

Best for intermediate divers, 13-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Clive Rock is a boat-accessible site in the Daymaniyat Islands featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 13 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, allowing for clear observation of the wall structure. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. While currents are generally mild, divers should manage buoyancy carefully due to surge and the presence of sharp coral and rock formations. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, lionfish, angelfish, and zebra sharks. Guided tours and boat charters are available for this intermediate-level dive.
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Position yourself downcurrent from the eagle ray cleaning station and remain motionless to observe them.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Zebra Sharks, Spotfin Lionfish, various moray eels, Day Octopus, Pharaoh Cuttlefish, and Red Sea Surgeonfish.
No, Clive Rock is rated for intermediate divers due to the wall and drop-off topography, as well as the need to manage surge and sharp coral.
The site ranges from 13 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Clive Rock is boat access only and requires a boat charter to reach.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 13 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Clive Rock in Barkā’ requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Clive Rock in Barkā’. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Clive Rock in Barkā’ are May, June, and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Clive Rock in Barkā’ typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Clive Rock in Barkā’ typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.