

Best for beginner divers, 10-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Sabry Reef, located near Jana Island, features a diverse underwater landscape comprising a reef, a drop-off, and a pinnacle. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 10 to 30 metres and an average depth of 18 metres. Divers and snorkellers must access the site by boat. Conditions are variable, with visibility between 5 and 20 metres and moderate currents. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 19 to 31 degrees Celsius. Due to the potential for low visibility and strong currents, divers should check conditions before descending and remain self-sufficient, as no facilities are available on-site.
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Check current conditions before descending, as the hazard notes flag both strong currents and low visibility as real possibilities at this site, not just theoretical ones. Facilities are unconfirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with everything you need on the boat.
The site is accessible by boat from Yanbu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a varied landscape that allows new divers to stay in shallower sections while more experienced divers explore the deeper drop-off.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Access to the site is by boat only. It is located 42 kilometres from the shore, and visitors should arrive fully self-sufficient.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The primary hazards are low visibility and strong currents. Divers should check current conditions before entering the water.
Diving at Sabry Reef in Arabian Gulf requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sabry Reef in Arabian Gulf. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Sabry Reef in Arabian Gulf are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Sabry Reef in Arabian Gulf. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Sabry Reef in Arabian Gulf typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.