Just 7 hours direct flight from the UK, and most European major hubs, Oman is situated on the south-eastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula and was, until recently something of an enigma. In recent years Oman has been gaining in popularity as a luxury adventure travel destination, mainly because of its safety, modern infrastructure, hospitable people, affordable luxury hotels and stunning scenery. Oman is perfect for a luxury family diving holiday, with many of our properties offering world class kids clubs and activities for all ages. For a honeymoon Oman is hard to beat; perhaps a luxury boutique beach resort combined with a mountain retreat? Singles may want to consider an Oman liveaboard for the best diving with no single supplements, or perhaps one of our smaller friendly Oman dive resorts.

In terms of scuba diving in Oman, there is a huge amount of marine life, healthy corals and the chance to see large numbers of rare species like Guitar Shark, Crocodile Shark, and Mobula Rays. At a certain time of year, in certain locations, you are almost guaranteed to see whale sharks, whales, and dolphins in large numbers!  Dive sites are generally not deep, and with little current, so very accessible for all levels. Visibility is generally between 5m to 20m+, and very unpredictable, even from one dive to the next. 

Planet Dive Holidays offers a choice of two high standard Oman Liveaboards, normally diving at the offshore islands (like the Damaniyat Islands and Hallaniyat Islands). After extensive first hand exploration of the diving and hotels across the whole of Oman, from Musandam in the North to Salalah in the South, we have put together a selection of the very best mid to high-end hotels currently available. Planet only work with the very best dive centres in Oman, using the newest equipment and fast purpose built dive boats. The standard of the dive centres Planet work with in Oman is very high in terms of equipment, instruction, service and safety. 

Oman is a country steeped in history, with breathtaking mountain ranges, deserts and coastal regions. We would highly recommend combining your Oman Diving Holidays, or Oman liveaboard, with tours inland, perhaps at one of our hand-picked mountain retreats or desert camps. 

If you are looking for an exceptional diving holiday between September and May, please call and speak to an Oman Travel expert who can advise you on the best location, or combination of locations, for your specific dates, duration, budget and diving experience.