

Best for advanced divers, 18-50m, boat entry.
Rocky North is a remote reef and wall site located at Rocky Island in the Farasan Banks. This site is accessible only by boat and is suited for advanced divers due to deep profiles reaching 37 metres and the presence of strong, shifting currents. Divers must maintain awareness of potential boat traffic and manage bottom time strictly. As a liveaboard-only destination, there are no facilities on site, requiring all safety equipment and gas supplies to be prepared in advance. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 31C throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for deep water and the presence of sharks.
23.56583, 36.24549
Current direction and strength can shift quickly around the rocky structure, so agree on a drift-abort signal and a pick-up plan with your boat crew before descending. Facilities are non-existent on site, so confirm all gas, safety equipment, and spares are aboard before you leave the liveaboard.
Access is via boat from Yanbu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-50m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-31°C
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the deep water profile, strong currents, and the requirement for boat-based entry.
The site features deep water profiles with depths reaching 37 metres.
Rocky North is a boat-only dive site located in a remote area of the Farasan Banks.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents, and the presence of sharks. Divers should also remain aware of potential boat traffic at the surface.
The site is primarily a deep reef and wall dive location intended for advanced divers, and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Rocky North in Yanbu requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rocky North in Yanbu. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Rocky North in Yanbu are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Rocky North in Yanbu typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.