Guided boat snorkelling trip at Dibba Al Fujairah (Nemo Diving Center)

  • 4 hours
  • Shared tour
  • Accessibility not confirmed

A four-hour guided snorkelling trip on the UAE's east coast, run by Nemo Diving Center from its Dibba base. The boat visits two shallow reef sites, such as Dibba Rock, with a PADI professional in the water and snacks between sessions.

Highlights

  • Two guided snorkelling sessions at different reefs, 3–6 m deep
  • Chance of turtles, schooling fish and the occasional shy blacktip reef shark
  • Mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket included
  • Snacks, water and soft drinks on board
  • Flotation aids for nervous swimmers

What is included

Included

  • Included: Two guided snorkelling sessions at different reefs
  • Included: Mask, snorkel, fins and life jacket
  • Included: In-water supervision by a PADI professional
  • Included: Snacks, water and soft drinks
  • Included: Safety briefing

Not included

  • Not included: Transfers from Dubai (on request, extra)
  • Not included: Wetsuit rental
  • Not included: Underwater photography

Itinerary

  1. Check-in and safety briefing
  2. Boat ride to the first reef (3–6 m)
  3. First guided snorkelling session
  4. Surface break with snacks and drinks
  5. Second snorkelling session at a new site
  6. Return to harbour, shower and debrief

Times are approximate and local to Dubai (GST, UTC+4).

Meeting point

Nemo Diving Center, Royal Beach, Dibba Al Fujairah

Good to know

  • Minimum age 10 and basic swimming ability.
  • Bring your passport or Emirates ID; it is required for the trip.
  • From November to March a shorty wetsuit is recommended (rental available).
  • Transfers from Dubai are on request and cost extra.
  • Book a few days ahead, especially for weekends.

Minimum age: 10 years.

Accessibility

Accessibility not confirmed.

Cancellation policy

Full refund with 48 hours' notice on weekdays or 72 hours at weekends and public holidays; partial refund with 24 or 48 hours' notice; no refund for no-shows or late arrival.

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Questions and answers

How much is the Dibba snorkelling trip?

From AED 250 per person, as listed on 29 September 2026.

What time does it leave?

Nemo's page says the trip runs twice daily; it lists the morning start as both 8am and 8.30am in different places, and the afternoon one at 1.30pm. Confirm the time when you book.

Is it safe for weak swimmers?

Nemo provides life jackets and flotation aids, and a guide stays close, but its requirements still ask for basic swimming ability.

Will I see sharks?

Nemo says blacktip reef sharks pass by occasionally and are shy and harmless.

Where this information comes from

Official website: nemodivingcenter.com (Nemo Diving Center)

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