

Best for beginner divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Octopus Rock is a pinnacle and reef site located 3000 metres off the Musandam Peninsula in Oman. Divers access this site by boat, with dives typically lasting 60 minutes. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions include moderate currents, though strong currents can occur, and visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Laced Moray, Starry Moray, Undulated Moray, Dottyback Split-tooth Dorid, Rock Cod, Sunrise Tentacle Aeolid, Slender Ceratosoma Nudibranch, Painted Spiny Lobster, Birdbeak Burrfish, Clark's Anemonefish, Sea Star, and various snails.
26.00033, 56.43900
Octopus Rock is popular for occasional sightings of whale sharks.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Laced Moray, Starry Moray, Undulated Moray, Dottyback Split-tooth Dorid, Rock Cod, Sunrise Tentacle Aeolid, Slender Ceratosoma Nudibranch, Painted Spiny Lobster, Birdbeak Burrfish, Clark's Anemonefish, Sea Star, and snails.
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 3000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 23C in March to 28C in August and November.
Diving at Octopus Rock in Khasab requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Octopus Rock in Khasab. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Octopus Rock in Khasab are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.