The 14 Snorkelling Trips in the UAE That Earn Their Price

1.Snorkeling Trip to Dibba Al-Fujairah

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

Travel from Dubai to Dibba Al Fujairah for an eight-hour boat snorkeling trip with guides such as Hassan, Karim, Mustafa, or Mickey. Expect two water stops, colorful fish, possible turtles and black-tip reef sharks, equipment, snacks, and hotel pickup.

“Excellent tour with Nemo diving. Very safe and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour to see some of the amazing fish diversity in the Gulf of Oman, you won’t be disappointed! Plus you may get to see green sea turtles - I saw over ten!”

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2.Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

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

Sail from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina to JBR Beach, then spend time swimming from a shared yacht with a pool, slide if selected, inflatables, snorkeling gear, music, BBQ lunch, and unlimited included drinks. Crew members such as Ian and Mohammed are known for attentive service.

“Boat trip was amazing but best of the best were crew!!!! They made this experience better. Everything what you need. Food, service everything! They made you feel relaxed and taken care of. Highly recommended. We had pool, tasty food, music, nice kapitan!!”

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3.Fujairah Snorkeling with Turtles, Transfer & BBQ

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

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for two guided snorkeling stops near Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. Julia, Yulia, or Ulina may help beginners feel at ease while you look for turtles, rays, squid, and reef fish. A 42-foot boat, BBQ lunch, hotel transfers, and three sightseeing stops are included.

“Amazing day out and activity. Great team, small group, snorkelling was fantastic and the lunch was also very good. Highly recommend!”

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4.Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

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

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for a beginner-friendly scuba session and snorkeling at coral reef sites. An English or Arabic-speaking instructor stays beside you underwater, while certified divers can visit two sites with a professional divemaster. Hotel pickup, gear, drinks, and return transport are included.

“i can't comment enough on how incredible this was!!! the snorkelling was incredible on its own but the scuba dive was out of this world. I struggled a little to not freak out. I did make it to the bottom and hot dome pics with my partner. the guides were incredible and patient and reassuring. I felt at ease and on the way home they even asked if I was sure I didn't want to give it one more try. time wasn't an issue for them .”

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5.The Lost Chambers Aquarium Snorkeling Experience

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

Join an English-speaking instructor at The Lost Chambers Aquarium for a briefing, wetsuit, and guided snorkel in the 10-meter Ambassador Lagoon. You’ll float above rays, reef sharks, and thousands of fish for about 20 minutes. Guides such as Roger and Dani help first-timers feel at ease.

“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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6.Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling In Fujairah

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

Travel from Dubai to Dibba, Fujairah, for a beginner-friendly scuba session to 10 meters and open-water snorkeling. Certified instructors such as Ahmed and Mahmoud have guided nervous first-timers, while the crew provides equipment, snacks, drinks, hotel transfers, and close support.

“The captain Ahmed who was responsible about teach us diving was amazing and great person who tell us everything and how to deal with advice so thank him and his coworker mr. handy”

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7.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

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

Spend four hours snorkeling around Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks with equipment, drinks, a guide, and a BBQ lunch included. Julia and the Reef Oasis team may point out turtles, rays, sea urchins, and fish, with photos sometimes shared afterward. Groups are limited to 10.

“Toller Guide - super viele Fische und Schildkröten gesehen - etwas touristisch und nicht mit den Malediven zu vergleich, dafür aber unkompliziert. Verbesserung: Umkleideräume benötigen eine Sitzbank. Tauchstützpunkt etwas in Mitleidenschaft gezogen - defekte Türgriffe,-...”

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8.Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

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

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for beginner-friendly scuba instruction, a boat trip to Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks, turtle snorkeling, underwater photos, and a BBQ lunch. A certified instructor leads the water sessions, with groups limited to 10 and several languages available.

“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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9.Fujairah Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 21 reviews · 8 hours · from $157

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for two guided scuba sessions at safe Gulf of Oman sites. Nemo Diving Center provides gear, an English or Arabic instructor, snacks, and unlimited soft drinks. You’ll cruise past mountain views, snorkel or sunbathe, then return to Dubai the same afternoon.

“good guide guys are very sympatical. diving spot is ok visibility not the best ever but find”

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10.Snorkeling at Deep Dive World’s Deepest Pool

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 1 hour · from $108

At Deep Dive Dubai, an English-speaking guide leads your one-hour snorkel session in the world’s deepest pool. You float above a detailed sunken city, practice basic techniques, and use provided gear. The activity suits swimmers age 6 and older, with optional video and behind-the-scenes upgrades.

“Excelente guia. Mesmo eu não falando inglês conseguir perceber todas as orientações”

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11.Private Snorkeling with turtles with BBQ food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews Top rated

Meet at Reef Oasis Center on Al Dana Island for a private two-hour snorkeling trip in Fujairah. You get equipment, a life jacket, a snorkeling guide, drinks, lockers, showers, changing rooms, and light BBQ food. Turtle sightings are the main draw, but are not guaranteed.

“Very neatly organised. Very friendly staff, new equipement and good simple barbecue. Absolutely in line with expecatations and reviews”

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12.Snorkeling with Turtles in Fujairah with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 10 hours · from $217

Travel from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah for two guided snorkeling stops at Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. Swim with turtles, spot fish and possible reef sharks, enjoy a BBQ lunch, and visit Khorfakkan Waterfall and Amphitheatre. Julia and Asad are among the named team members.

“The activity was good , but we spent less time than expected in snorkling. and the food was quantity and quality was not good”

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13.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $195

Leave Abu Dhabi at 6am for a guided Fujairah snorkeling trip with equipment, life jacket, drinks, BBQ lunch, and up to two sea sites. Look for turtles, rays, fish, and perhaps blacktip sharks, then stop at Khorfakkan Waterfall and Amphitheatre. Guides may include Julia and Captain Mohamed Ashraf.

“That was an awesome trip. We saw turtle, a lot of fishes and even small shark. The team was very friendly and professional.”

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14.Snorkeling and Watersports at Snoopy Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 1 day · from $108

Spend a full day at Sandy Beach Fujairah snorkeling near Snoopy Island, using kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, with beach, infinity pool, sunbeds, umbrellas, and a kids water park included. Guide Said is known for helpful local tips.

“einfach irre genial. Traumstrand, schnorcheln ein Highlight, Standuppaddeln wahnsinniges Erlebnis. Besonderes Lob ans Personal.”

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