Dubai to Fujairah: Snorkeling Gulf of Oman & Round-Trip Transfer

What's hiding in the Gulf of Oman that makes people drive two hours from Dubai to find it?

You get picked up from Dubai city center, driven to Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman coast, briefed on snorkeling gear, and spend the morning in the water with life jackets and unlimited drinks included. The boat moves between snorkeling spots along the east coast, and you shower and rest before the return drive to Dubai. Transport costs 160 AED extra, payable on arrival.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling trip in Fujairah

• Travel from Dubai to Fujairah
• Swim among colorful sea life
• Observe sea creatures up close
• Return to Dubai city center

The experience

The answer is colorful fish, clear water, and the kind of quiet you don't get in the city. Fujairah sits on the east coast of the UAE, facing the Gulf of Oman instead of the Persian Gulf, and the snorkeling there is different: less crowded, less developed, more actual sea life. You leave Dubai city center in the morning, and the drive takes you through the Emirates toward the mountains and the coast. Round-trip transportation is included, though there's a 160 AED fee for it that you pay when you arrive. It covers both directions, so you're not negotiating transport twice.

Once you reach the snorkeling site in Fujairah, the crew gives you a briefing on the equipment and how to use it, hands you a life jacket, and then you're in the water. The Gulf of Oman has actual visibility and actual fish, not the sanitized reef-park feeling of some tourist spots. You get unlimited soft drinks, juice and water refills throughout the day, and there's a shower and toilet on-site, which matters more than it sounds after a few hours in salt water. The boat cruises along the east coast so you're not stuck in one spot. You move between snorkeling points depending on what the water and the conditions look like that day.

Minimum age is 8, and kids under that need to sit on an adult's lap. The whole thing works for any fitness level (you're snorkeling, not swimming marathons), but pregnant travelers shouldn't book this one. Bring your passport. You'll need the number, expiry date and country at booking, and a valid passport on the day itself. The drive from Dubai takes roughly two to three hours depending on traffic, so it's a half-day commitment, not a full one.

What’s included

• Round-trip transportation from Dubai city center to Fujairah (160 AED fee payable on arrival).
• snorkeling equipment and life jacket.
• briefing on snorkeling site and equipment use.
• unlimited soft drinks, juice and water refills.
• shower and toilet facilities.
• boat cruise along the east coast.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (8 to 60 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nemo Diving Center

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel without arranging your own transport from Dubai or figuring out which coast has the better visibility: the drive and the boat route are already planned around what's actually in the water that day.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

How long is the drive from Dubai to Fujairah?

Approximately two to three hours depending on traffic and time of day.

What's included in the snorkeling trip?

Snorkeling equipment, life jacket, briefing on how to use the gear, unlimited soft drinks and water, shower and toilet facilities, and the boat cruise along the coast.

Is transportation from Dubai included?

Round-trip transport from Dubai city center is included, with a 160 AED fee payable on arrival.

What's the minimum age for snorkeling?

Minimum age is 8 years old. Children under 8 can come but must sit on an adult's lap.

Do I need a passport?

Yes. You'll need to provide your passport number, expiry date and country at booking, and bring a valid passport on the day of travel.

Is this suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. You're snorkeling, not doing strenuous swimming.

Are there facilities at the snorkeling site?

Yes, there's a shower and toilet available on-site.