IntermediateBoat entry

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)

Muscat, Oman

Open Water suggested5–20 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) at a glance

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) is an intermediate boat dive site in Muscat, Oman with depths of 5–20 m (16–66 ft). Typically most favorable Oct · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Honeycomb moray, Lionfish, and Octopus. Recent reports put the water around 32°C (89°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 14h ago

0.3 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 32°C · seasonal avg 32°C

Site hazards: Narrow swim-throughs (silt and contact risk); offshore site; occasional current; remote from recompression chamber.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Wed

Fri—

Sat6:00–19:00

Sun6:00–19:00

Mon6:00–19:00

Tue6:00–19:00

Wed6:00–19:00

Thu6:00–19:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:29 · Sunrise 5:52 · Sunset 18:15

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 5.0 km from site · graded 14h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Honeycomb moray, Green turtle, Bluestripe snapper

Best time: September to May; summer water 29-31 C, winter 20-22 C.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan90%25°C0.8 m
Feb86%24°C0.8 m
Mar89%25°C0.6 m
Apr98%27°C0.4 m
May98%31°C0.4 m
Jun99%33°C0.6 m
Jul99%33°C0.6 m
Aug98%32°C0.6 m
Sep99%32°C0.6 m
Oct100%31°C0.5 m
Nov99%29°C0.4 m
Dec92%26°C0.6 m

October hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Fills & rentals nearby

No dive shops mapped within 25 km. Know one? Add it to the map.

Data updated June 2026

Site details

A Daymaniyat reserve dive on the western side of a bay, known for two narrow swim-throughs on a jutting section of wall at about 16 m. The reef offers boulder slopes and coral-covered rock with typical Daymaniyat fish life, turtles and rays, and the swim-throughs add interest for divers comfortable in tight passages. Currents are generally mild and the maximum depth stays around 20 m. Reached by boat roughly 18 km offshore from Muscat.

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Narrow swim-throughs (silt and contact risk); offshore site; occasional current; remote from recompression chamber.

How deep is Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)?

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) ranges from 5 to 20 metres deep (16–66 feet). It is a saltwater site rated as intermediate difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) a shore dive or a boat dive?

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) is a boat dive — access is by boat rather than from shore. The entry area is recorded as moderately exposed to surge. No facilities are recorded at the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)?

Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed depths run from 5 to 20 metres (16–66 feet). Access is by boat. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)?

September to May; summer water 29-31 C, winter 20-22 C. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)?

Divers at Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands) in Oman commonly report sightings of Honeycomb moray, Lionfish, Octopus, Green turtle, and Bluespotted ribbontail ray. Honeycomb moray and Green turtle are recorded as common sightings, while Lionfish, Octopus, and Bluespotted ribbontail ray are reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

What hazards are recorded at Police Rock (Police Run, Daymaniyat Islands)?

Narrow swim-throughs (silt and contact risk); offshore site; occasional current; remote from recompression chamber. Hazards and conditions change, so verify current local information before diving.

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