The 15 Snorkelling Trips in the UAE That Justify a Morning Out

From Dubai: Snorkeling Trip to Dibba Al-Fujairah - The early pickup and road journey from Dubai

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

Review of the Dubai to Dibba Al-Fujairah snorkeling trip, with turtles, reef sharks, boat stops, transport details, costs, and practical tips.

“An amazing opportunity to swim in the golf of Oman and enjoy the diverse wildlife. We saw numerous fishes and plentiful sharks and turtles. Our guide made us feel safe, the overall experience was great and we would recommend it. The only downside was the transport, where the driver narrowly avoided losing control of the car on the high-way and crashing into the middle barrier due to inattention (checking the direction on the phone). We hope it was a one-time thing, but given the severe consequences it could have had, feel that this should be overseen by the company.”

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BBQ, Cruises & Boat Tours, Lunch Experiences, Sailing, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

2.Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

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

Review of Dubai’s $87 yacht cruise with Marina views, BBQ lunch, swimming, inflatables, snorkeling, music, and optional jet skis.

“Staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly. Transportation was organised very well and hospitality on board was excellent. Would happily go again”

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From Dubai: Fujairah Snorkeling with Turtles, Transfer & BBQ

3.Fujairah Snorkeling with Turtles, Transfer & BBQ

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

Review of Fujairah’s turtle snorkeling trip from Dubai, with boat time, BBQ lunch, mountain stops, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“For me it was the first time snorkeling! The guide explained everything excellent and I had lots of fun!!!!!! The food was delicious and everybody was nice and helpful! The trip from Dubai was really interesting too. All the mountains and tunnels. I didn’t expect that at all!!!! Thank you for the nice day!”

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Cruises & Boat Tours, Full-Day, Lunch Experiences, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Full Day Musandam Cruise with Lunch and Snorkelling from Dubai

4.Full Day Musandam Cruise with Lunch and Snorkelling from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 218 reviews · from $85

Review of the Musandam dhow cruise from Dubai with Oman border crossing, snorkeling, lunch, water sports, transport, and practical tips.

“Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. It was a long day with lots of time on the bus, but it was good to see some of the Emirates outside of Dubai. It was also a good time to get to know some of the other guests before we got to the boat, since I was doing the tour on my own. The time on the boat was wonderful. There were lots of activities and plenty of staff to help and make sure everyone was taken care of. The lunch was very tasty and plentiful. For the price, I thought that this was an excellent trip and would highly recommend. I…”

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Half-Day, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

5.Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

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

Review of Fujairah’s half-day scuba and snorkeling trip from Dubai, with beginner guidance, coral reefs, turtles, transport, value, and practical tips.

“One of the most memorable experiences ever. The staff was amazing. They were so friendly and patient. It was my first time scuba and snorkeling and I would highly recommend for everyone. The drive from dubai to fujairah is about 1 1/2 . Once geared up we went on the boat to the reef which was about 30 min. We got to me so many fishes and ofcourse turtles.”

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Aquariums, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Dubai: The Lost Chambers Aquarium Snorkeling Experience

6.The Lost Chambers Aquarium Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · from $121

Snorkel with rays, reef sharks, and 65,000 sea creatures at Dubai’s Lost Chambers Aquarium, with guides, gear, and 20 minutes in the lagoon.

“Diving into the crystal-clear waters at Palm Atlantis was nothing short of magical! The moment we embarked on our snorkeling adventure, we were welcomed by Rogers, who ensured an experience that was both exhilarating and seamless. His guidance, patience, and enthusiasm made all the difference, instilling confidence even in first-time snorkelers around sharks. With their detailed instructions and deep knowledge of marine life, we were able to fully immerse ourselves in the breathtaking beauty. From vibrant coral formations to mesmerizing schools of fish, every moment spent in the water was a spectacle. Roger's keen eye even helped us spot fascinating marine creatures we would’ve otherwise seen. This experience is an…”

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From Dubai: Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling In Fujairah

7.Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling In Fujairah

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · 8 hours · from $158

Try scuba and snorkel in Fujairah with hotel pickup, certified instructors, coral reefs, turtles, equipment, snacks, and drinks.

“Absolutely fantastic guys there, i was really scared and they got me scuba diving, absolutely superb,”

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BBQ, Lunch Experiences, Private Drivers, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with Transfer & BBQ lunch

8.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with Transfer & BBQ lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $139Top rated

Snorkel with turtles off Fujairah, enjoy a BBQ lunch, and travel from Dubai in a small group with gear and transfers included.

“We saw tons of sea turtles. The guides were fun and knowledgeable. The bbq lunch was better than I ever expected. I made so many friends from around the world on this excursion.”

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From Dubai: Snorkeling trip in Fujairah

9.Snorkeling trip in Fujairah

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · from $120

Review of Fujairah snorkeling from Dubai, with hotel pickup, warm water, fish, safety gear, practical timing, value, and honest drawbacks.

“Puntuali e molto gentile il personale. La barriera è purtroppo come spesso capita molto compromessa... i pesci ci sono però niente di eccezionale. Avevamo il pranzo incluso ma si erano dimenticati. Ad ogni modo hanno recuperato prendendoci del cibo al ristorante. Sosta per snorkeling in un solo punto”

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BBQ, Fujairah Tours, Lunch Experiences, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

10.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

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

Snorkel with turtles, rays, colorful fish, and perhaps a shark in Fujairah, then enjoy a BBQ lunch on this small-group boat trip.

“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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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

From Dubai: Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling trip in Fujairah

11.Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling trip in Fujairah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $155

Review of Fujairah scuba and snorkeling from Dubai, with hotel pickup, training, one 30 to 40 minute reef session, photos, and practical tips.

“Prise en charge sans soucis depuis notre logement à Dubaï, requins et tortues au programme, équipe très sympa, à refaire !”

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Cruises & Boat Tours, Lunch Experiences, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews, Tours

Musandam Dibba Cruise Tour with Lunch and Snorkelling from Dubai

12.Musandam Dibba Cruise Tour with Lunch and Snorkelling from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 38 reviews · from $25Best value

Review of the Musandam Dibba dhow cruise from Dubai, with Oman scenery, swimming, snorkelling, buffet lunch, transfers, and practical border tips.

“The trip was fantastic. We were collected at 7am on the dot and were driven to Oman. It was perfect, we had a short rest break at the service station then continued on with the drive. The boat trip was exceptional, staff were ever so friendly and helpful. Really loved the speedboat ride, the water was tranquil and the food was excellent! Loved the biryani.”

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Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

13.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $97

Snorkel among Fujairah’s coral reefs, look for turtles and rays, then enjoy a BBQ lunch aboard a small boat.

“Our guides Samir and Ahmed took really good care of us and made sure we did not get hurt at the rocks.. Snoopy Island looks easy to explore by yourself but at low tide you can easily get scratched especially when you go the first time. AhmeRead more”

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Buffet Experiences, Cruises & Boat Tours, Full-Day, Lunch Experiences, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

Full Day Musandam Dibba Cruise with Buffet Lunch and Snorkelling

14.Full Day Musandam Dibba Cruise with Buffet Lunch and Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · from $79

Review of the Musandam Dibba dhow cruise from Dubai, with Oman border tips, snorkeling, buffet lunch, water sports, timing, and value advice.

“I feel bad leaving a 3 star review as the lower stars are not a reflection of the tour company. The tour company was wonderful; they were friendly, communicative, and organized. The tour itself was very pleasant and relaxing but the sites jRead more”

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BBQ, Private Drivers, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews

From Dubai: Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

15.Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 8 hours · from $163

Review of Fujairah’s beginner scuba and snorkeling trip from Dubai, with turtles, underwater photos, BBQ lunch, transfers, and coastal stops.

“Fahad (sorry about spelling!) was fantastic - he took the beginners divers, was very calm, reassuring and fun! My friend was terrified at the start and felt instantly safe. You go to different spots to both snorkel and dive and can swim through swarms of different fishes - we even seen turtles! Nice changing facilities, comfortable both and tasty lunch afterwards! Would definitely recommend diving here over in Dubai / Jumeriah! Driver was also amazing - really friendly and flexible. Because of Dubai traffic, pick up and drop off can be long but this can’t be helped. 5 ⭐️ stars, would recommend!”

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