Middle East Diving

Your expert guide to
diving beneath the surface

First-hand dive site reviews, gear guides, and operator listings for the Arabian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman and beyond. Written by divers, for divers.

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Dive Sites Reviewed
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Regions Covered
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World's Deepest Pool
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From Dubai's shipwrecks to Oman's pristine reefs — the Middle East is one of the world's most underrated dive destinations.

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6 dive sites
UAE — Dubai & East Coast

Shipwrecks in the Arabian Gulf, vibrant reefs off Fujairah, and the world-record Deep Dive Dubai facility.

Wrecks Artificial Reefs Beginners
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Red Sea — Egypt & Saudi

World-class wall diving, liveaboard routes, and the emerging Saudi coastline along NEOM.

Wall Diving Liveaboards Pelagics
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Oman — Musandam & Beyond

Dramatic fjord diving, whale shark encounters, and some of the most pristine reefs in the Arabian Sea.

Fjords Whale Sharks Remote
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Latest Articles

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Deep Dive Dubai: Inside the World's Deepest Pool

Descending into 60 metres of crystal-clear fresh water beneath an underwater city set — a first-hand review of the most extraordinary dive facility on earth.

The Zainab Wreck — 30 Metres of History
Sunk in 1984, now a thriving artificial reef 20km off Dubai's coast.
Dibba Rock — The Crown Jewel of Fujairah
Turtles, reef sharks, and technicolour coral — just offshore from Dibba.
What to Pack for Gulf Diving in Summer
30°C water, strong sun — here's the essential kit list.
What We Cover

Everything a diver needs

From first dive to liveaboard veteran — The Dive Brief covers it all.

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Dive Sites

First-hand reviews with depth profiles, visibility ratings, marine life guides and difficulty ratings.

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Operators

Honest reviews of dive centres, liveaboards, and resorts across the region.

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Gear

Equipment reviews, buyer guides and packing lists tailored to Middle East conditions.

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Conditions

Seasonal guides, water temperature charts and visibility forecasts by location.

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