The 6 Best Snorkelling Trips in the UAE

1.Snorkeling Trip to Dibba Al-Fujairah

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 503 reviews · 8 hours · from $111Our pick

Travel from Dubai to Dibba Al-Fujairah for a boat-based snorkeling day in the Gulf of Oman. Nemo’s crew provides transport, gear, life jackets, snacks, water, and guidance in English or Arabic. You may see turtles, black-tip sharks, squid, and colorful fish. Guides including Hassan, Karim, Mustafa, and Mickey are praised for helping nervous beginners.

“Stop scrolling and book! Seriously. A group of 3 of booked to attend. Communication was fantastic and guided us what we need to do and where etc. Got picked up at hotel 6.30am and had a small drive out to the Royal Beach, gas station stop for a rest break, overall around 2 hours drive. When we arrived at the facility, we completed the waivers and then met our captains and divers. Before proceeding to the boats you get your fins to try on, all prepared the night before in the communication messages. You can then get changed into your swim wear. We proceeded to head to the boat, where…”

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2.Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 438 reviews · from $87Best value

Join Sky Walker Yachts at Dubai Harbour for a shared yacht cruise past Dubai Marina and JBR Beach. You’ll swim from the boat, use inflatables and a slide when available, enjoy a BBQ lunch, and order drinks onboard. The crew, including hosts such as Ian and Mohammed, helps keep the day relaxed and organized.

“Great trip. The pool at the back of the boat was great. Snorkelling not great as water not clear enough. Lovely lunch.”

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3.Fujairah Snorkeling with Turtles, Transfer & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 406 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $135

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for two guided snorkeling stops near Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. Yulia, Julia, or another instructor helps beginners spot turtles, rays, squid, colorful fish, and sometimes reef sharks. A 42-foot boat, BBQ lunch, equipment, transfers, and Khorfakkan sightseeing are included.

“This is a wonderful trip! Our pickup was extremely smooth and driver was very friendly. Once we were at the diving centre, staff were helpful and friendly. Julia was a fantastic guide while we were out at sea and helped point out all of the different species of fish! We were lucky enough to see turtles and sharks at both stops!”

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4.Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 186 reviews · 8 hours · from $157

Leave Dubai early for Fujairah, where an English or Arabic-speaking instructor fits you with scuba and snorkel gear. Beginners receive close tuition, while certified divers can visit two sites based on certification. Expect coral gardens, colorful fish, possible turtles, and a long but worthwhile road transfer.

“Wonderful activity, instructors are patient and take Care of you to spend a wonderful time underwater. Great location, clear water and amazing fishes”

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5.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 40 reviews · 4 hours · from $95

Join Reef Oasis in Fujairah for a four-hour snorkeling trip to Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. You’ll get equipment, a guide, drinks, fruit, a boat toilet, and a BBQ lunch. Guides including Julia help spot turtles, rays, fish, and the occasional small shark.

“We got to see lots of beautiful fish , lots of turtles and a shark really enjoyed it. Julia/ Ulia was very informative. Just a shame we had to wait for other people for 2 hours to arrive as they were coming from Dubai and Abu Dhabi and we were local.”

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6.Private Snorkeling with turtles with BBQ food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews Top rated

Meet at Reef Oasis Diving Center in Fujairah for a private two-hour snorkeling trip focused on turtle sightings. Your group of up to four gets equipment, life jackets, a guide, drinks, lockers, showers, changing rooms, an on-board shower, and a light BBQ. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“Very neatly organised. Very friendly staff, new equipement and good simple barbecue. Absolutely in line with expecatations and reviews”

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