

Best for intermediate divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Artificial Reef in Dibba consists of a wreck and purpose-built structures providing hard substrate for marine colonisation. The site sits at depths between 5 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. It is accessible only by boat, and the mild currents make it suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility ranges from 8 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24 and 32 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to boat traffic, divers must deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. There are no fixed shore facilities at this location, so confirm arrangements with your operator before departure.
25.60426, 56.34982
Follow the larger rope on the seafloor to navigate between the different artificial structures.
Located off the coast of Dibba, Fujairah, near Dibba Rock.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
8-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-32°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, May, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Undulated Moray, Pharaoh Cuttlefish, Spotfin Lionfish, Yellowbar Angelfish, various wrasses, boxfish, porcupinefish, Purple Tang, Cloth-of-gold Cone, Rock Cod, Clark's Anemonefish, Redtooth Triggerfish, Bluestreak Cleaner Wrasse, and triggerfish.
This site is rated for intermediate divers, and an Open Water certification is the minimum requirement.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; there are no fixed shore facilities available.
The best months to visit are March, May, October, and November.
Boat traffic is a significant hazard at this site. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and maintain a slow, controlled ascent.
Diving at Artificial Reef in Dibba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Artificial Reef in Dibba. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C.
Artificial Reef in Dibba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Artificial Reef in Dibba typically ranges from 8 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.