Swimming With Turtles In The UAE

Swimming With Turtles In The UAE

Have you always wanted to see wild sea turtles? 💚 I got you two amazing spots within the country, where you can enjoy swimming 🏊🏻‍♀️ , snorkelling 👙 or scuba diving 🤿 with turtles & other marine life and chill out after the dive with tasty food! 🍔🥗🍕🍣
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Snoopy Island

A rocky island in the Indian Ocean near Al Aqah, near the city of Fujairah.

Snoopy Island
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Named for its shape, which resembles Snoopy lying on his side, Snoopy Island—also known as Dibba Island—is a prime snorkeling and diving spot in the UAE. Located in the Indian Ocean, this rock formation offers incredible swimming experiences, though you can’t walk on the island itself. The surrounding coral reefs are home to turtles and schools of tropical fish. Access is available from Sandy Beach Resort.
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🌊 It is known for its unique rock shape resembling the cartoon character Snoopy. You can dive into clear waters, enjoy snorkelling and scuba diving, and discover diverse marine life. You won't miss turtles! 🐢

🚗 Getting there: it is two-hour drive from Dubai, in the near Fujairah Emirate. Renting a car or a taxi would cost you approximately AED 300 while hiring a cab for local travel within Fujairah ranges from AED 15 to AED 30. You can choose also a budget-friendly option with bus, departing from Deira station in Dubai, that will cost approximately AED 25.

Diving Spot

Snoopy Island is about 200m straight from the mainland. You can book a stay at Sandy Beach Resort or buy a day pass. You will need to swim a short distance at high tide to reach the island, or go kayaking, and start snorkelling. Just keep in mind that it is forbidden to circumnavigate the island to not destroy the reef. You will find the diving centre close to the beach.

Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort
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The beach is just a short swim away from Snoopy Island, having as a backdrop the stunning Hajar Mountains, perfect for a day of relaxation!
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