

Best for beginner divers, 15-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Stingray Paradise is a reef site located within the Daymaniyat Islands, offering a manageable experience for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The reef supports various reef fish and invertebrates. Access to the site is by boat only, located 17 kilometres from the shore. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks, which present a risk of entanglement or injury. Typical dive times are approximately 45 minutes in water temperatures between 24 and 29 degrees Celsius.
23.85867, 58.11370
Landing on the islands is restricted during turtle nesting season from May to October.
Access requires a boat trip from marinas in Muscat such as Al Mouj or Seeb, taking 45-90 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
The reef supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable conditions.
The depth ranges from 15 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 17 kilometres from the shore.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and access requires a boat.
Diving at Stingray Paradise in Seeb requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Stingray Paradise in Seeb. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Stingray Paradise in Seeb are April, May, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Stingray Paradise in Seeb should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Stingray Paradise in Seeb typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Stingray Paradise in Seeb typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.