3 curated Scuba Diving spots in Oman, each with its own note and source.
Al Batinah · Best time: Oct–Apr · Beginner
Island reserve protected since 1996, about 18 km off As Seeb near Muscat, with sites between 5 and 30 metres, visibility regularly 20 to 25 metres, season October to May. Green and hawksbill turtles are near-constant company, whale sharks run October to March. Access is restricted at times from June to September for turtle nesting.
Sources: Daymaniyat Islands Diving (daymaniyat.com)
Dhofar · Best time: Oct–May · All levels
Dhofar's sites sit between 12 and 25 metres. The depths are undemanding, but the currents are unpredictable, so the area is rated for experienced intermediate divers. Hammerhead sharks gather mainly from October to December.
Sources: Daymaniyat Islands Diving (daymaniyat.com)
Musandam · Best time: Oct–Apr · Beginner
Over 25 sites in the fjords, mostly reef dives open to all levels, with drifts better suited to experienced divers. Depths reach 40 metres and beyond, visibility averages 10 to 15 metres and swings between 5 and 20 with tide and plankton. Current tracks the tide and moon phase, so carry a reef hook and SMB. Boats leave from Dibba.
Sources: Divezone
Without a dedicated Scuba Diving note yet, listed on the country page: Bandar Al Khayran.