

Best for beginner divers, 7-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Doc's Wall is a reef and wall site located in the Daymaniyat Islands, Oman. The site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 10 metres and a total depth range of 7 to 12 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated 70 kilometres from the shore. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 31C throughout the year. Hazards at this site include jellyfish, lionfish, and sharp coral. A typical dive duration is approximately 50 minutes.
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The reserve is closed to general visitors from May 1 to October 31 to protect nesting turtles, though some dive operators have permits for September and October.
Depart from Seeb Marina in Muscat. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
7-12m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a range between 7 and 12 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, and sharp coral.
Water temperatures range from 24C in the winter months to 31C in June.
Diving at Doc's Wall in Muscat requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Doc's Wall in Muscat. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Doc's Wall in Muscat are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.