
Dubai Artificial Reef
Dubai · United Arab Emirates
A cluster of purpose-sunk vessels and concrete reef modules off Jumeirah Beach has matured into one of the Gulf's most productive artificial reef systems, with hard coral coverage accelerating each year. Schools of snapper and emperor fish swirl around the superstructures while moray eels probe every crevice. Visibility is best from November through April when cooler, clearer Gulf water pushes in from the north.
Conditions
Depth
8 to 22 m
Open water and up
Current
Variable
Can pick up on the edge
Visibility
5 to 12 m
Clearest in the calm season
Water
20 to 34°C
3mm wetsuit or skin
Your chances of seeing each animal
Blacktip Reef SharkVulnerable
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
Giant MorayLeast concern
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
Arabian Angelfish
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
Bluespotted Ribbontail RayLeast concern
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
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