

Best for beginner divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Leopard Alley is a boat-access reef located within the Daymaniyat Islands, Oman. The site features a reef structure that ranges from 15 to 30 metres in depth. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres, allowing for clear observation of the terrain. While currents are generally mild, strong currents can occur, necessitating boat entry and exit to avoid swimming against them. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the depth reaching 25 metres and beyond, divers should monitor their depth gauges closely during the dive.
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Confirm boat operator details and any landing permits locally before you go, as access arrangements around the Daymaniyat Islands can vary by season and operator. Arriving early in the morning tends to give the calmest surface conditions for the boat ride out.
Boat access is required to reach the site in the Daymaniyat Islands.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware that the depth reaches 15 to 30 metres and monitor their gauges accordingly.
Access is by boat. You should confirm boat operator details and any required landing permits locally before your trip.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures fluctuate between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. While currents are typically mild, strong currents can occur.
The reef structure extends to a depth of 30 metres.
Strong currents are present at this location. Always use a boat for entry and exit to avoid swimming against the current and monitor your depth gauge closely.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Leopard Alley in Barkā’. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Leopard Alley in Barkā’ are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.