

Best for beginner divers, boat entry.
Aquarium is a shallow reef site in Bandar Khayran, Oman, accessible by boat. Known for its high volume of fish, the site provides a dense marine environment where schools of snapper and fusiliers are frequently observed. Snorkellers can encounter a variety of species, including common wrasses and less frequent sightings of Spotfin Lionfish, Laced Moray, Day Octopus, Undulated Moray, and Starry Moray. Other species recorded at the site include Red Sea Surgeonfish, Longfin Bannerfish, triggerfish, boxfish, Brown Butterflyfish, Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, Yellowbar Angelfish, and Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major. With water temperatures ranging from 24C to 32C, the site is well-suited for beginners.
23.51620, 58.75100
The name reflects the feeling of being surrounded by reef life in relatively accessible conditions.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-32°C
Best Time
Apr, May, Sep, Oct
You can observe common wrasses, as well as less frequent species such as Spotfin Lionfish, Laced Moray, Day Octopus, Undulated Moray, Starry Moray, Red Sea Surgeonfish, Longfin Bannerfish, triggerfish, boxfish, Brown Butterflyfish, Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, Yellowbar Angelfish, and Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major. Large schools of snapper and fusiliers are also present.
Yes, Aquarium is considered suitable for beginners.
Aquarium is accessed by boat.
Yes, this site is rated 4/5 for snorkelling.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Aquarium (Bandar Khayran) in Muscat. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C.
The best months to visit Aquarium (Bandar Khayran) in Muscat are April, May, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.