

Best for beginner divers, 8-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Sira Island is a reef dive site located within the Daymaniyat Islands, Oman. The site offers depths ranging from 8 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, as the site is situated 70 kilometres from the shore. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility that varies between 5 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 24C to 28C throughout the year. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dive durations of 50 minutes. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area.
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Beach access is restricted from May to October to protect nesting sea turtles.
Tours depart from Seeb Marina in Muscat. Boat journey takes approximately 45 to 90 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-24m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth range at this site is 8 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Sira Island requires boat access as it is located 70 kilometres from the shore.
Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 24C and 28C.
Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral found at the site.
Diving at Sira island in Barkā’ requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sira island in Barkā’. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Sira island in Barkā’ are April, May, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.