Daymaniyat Island : More than just an Island

Yes, Daymaniyat Island is a Nature Reserve protected by the Omani government since 1996 to help conserve the turtles and fish as well as the coral reefs in the area. Therefore during the months of May to end of October, no one is allowed to enter the island as they are an important nesting site for turtles as well as a wide range of migratory birds.

Turquoise Water and a lot of marine life

Nine small islands make up this tourist hotspot as the island are also often called “the Jewel of the Middle East”. The largest of the small islands lies almost within spitting distance of the beach, a large rocky hump topped by a string of watchtowers, while the other smaller islands lie further out to sea. It’s possible to walk across the white sand to the main island.

The Daymaniyat Islands are surrounded by turquoise waters and stunning coral reefs that are perfect for snorkeling and diving. The islands are home to endangered sea turtles, untouched coral reefs, and exotic fish. Therefore the islands are one of Oman’s leading dive spots – and also we as a Dive Center like to dive there most. Daymaniyat Islands offers great dive sites to all level divers, beginners to advanced. You can expect to see a huge diversity of hard and soft corals and encounter Morray eals, sting rays, Zebra sharks and turtles as well as Whalesharks in summer.