The Dimaniyat Islands are an important nesting site for endangered sea turtles, including hawksbill and green turtles, with around 250–300 hawksbill turtles nesting annually. The surrounding waters host diverse marine life such as moray eels, rays, spiny lobsters, and dolphins. The islands are listed as a UNESCO Tentative World Heritage Site due to their rich biodiversity and ecological importance.
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The Dimaniyat Islands, also known as Al Dimaniyat Islands, are a protected marine nature reserve located approximately 40–45 km off the coast of Muscat, Oman. Comprising nine islands, they are renowned for their pristine coral reefs, diverse marine life, and significant role in conservation efforts. The islands are vital nesting sites for endangered sea turtles, including the hawksbill and green turtles. Each year, around 250–300 hawksbill turtles nest on the sandy beaches . The surrounding waters are also home to various marine species such as moray eels, rays, spiny lobsters, and bottlenose dolphins. Notably, the area is recognized as a UNESCO Tentative World Heritage Site due to its exceptional biodiversity and ecological significance.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
If the Pick up Point is in the Hotel, our tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel. If the Pickk up Point is in the Airport, our tour guide will be waiting for you at the arrival area handling the signing board with your name and company logo printed. If the Pick up Point is in the Port, our tour guide will be waiting for you at the main gate of the Port handling the signing board with your name and company logo printed.