The 14 UAE Snorkeling Tours That Earn Their Price

1.From Dubai: Snorkeling Trip to Dibba Al-Fujairah

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

Travel from Dubai to Dibba Al-Fujairah with hotel pickup, then take a boat into the Gulf of Oman for guided snorkeling near Snoopy Island and Dibba Rock. Guides such as Hassan, Karim, Mustafa, and Mickey help beginners feel safe. Expect fish, turtles, and possible black-tip sharks, with equipment, drinks, and snacks included.

“We saw loads of sea turtles (main thing I wanted to see), some black tipped sharks and a wide variety of other colourful fish (parrotfish etc). Transport was comfortable to and from Dubai with friendly driver. Boat was decent and we snorkelled from 2 different dive points. No big rush from them and we snorkelled until we were tired.”

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2.Dubai: Yacht Cruise with Swimming, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch

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

Cruise from Dubai Harbour through Dubai Marina, then anchor near JBR Beach for swimming, snorkeling, a BBQ lunch, music, and inflatable fun. You get unlimited nonalcoholic drinks, a floating pool, and a sun deck. A slide may be available with the selected option, while jet skis cost extra. Meet the Sky Walker team at Dubai Harbour Yacht Club.

“Staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly. Transportation was organised very well and hospitality on board was excellent. Would happily go again”

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3.From Dubai: 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. Guides such as Julia and Yulia help beginners spot turtles, rays, squid, and reef fish. Your 42-foot boat has a sunbed, toilet, shower, drinks, and indoor seating, followed by a BBQ and three sightseeing stops.

“Amazing snorkeling experience! I had a fantastic time on the snorkeling tour. The team was friendly and helpful, and everything was very well organized. The water was beautifully clear, we saw lots of unique fish, and it was an unforgettable experience to watch the turtles! We also got a delicious grilled lunch at the end of the tour, which was the perfect way to wrap up the day. I truly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and well-organized adventure! 🐢🐠🌞”

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4.Full Day Musandam Cruise with Lunch and Snorkelling from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 218 reviews · from $85Best value

Leave central Dubai around 6:00 to 6:30 am, cross into Oman at Dibba, and spend roughly six hours aboard a carpeted wooden dhow. You’ll see fjord-like inlets, fishing villages, and perhaps dolphins, with two swim and snorkel stops, lunch, drinks, a banana boat, and a speedboat ride. Bring your passport and prepare for a long minibus journey.

“Overall nice experience but some of the things didnt work for me personally. Pickup was smooth, van is clean, fast border checks, boat was OK. Amazing clean water & great swim. But - in description 2 settlements of Oman are stated - you don't really see anything from the van except of one street before the boat (I really wanted to see Oman a bit) - our guides were russians (as 90% of other tourists) and everything would be said in russian and then smth translated into Eng to other guests - I dont remember fishing (and no swimming at that time) was described in the trip description - you…”

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5.From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

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

Leave Dubai early for Fujairah, where Nemo Diving Center provides gear, instruction, and a boat trip to coral reefs. Beginners receive close guidance from instructors such as Sergio, Hassan, and Faisal, while certified divers can visit two sites. Snorkeling follows, with soft drinks, water, and hotel transport included.

“We had a good time. Traveling from Dubai to Al Fujairah took some time but it was worth it. It was a very good driver. We got a lot of time to snorkel and the dive was great. My wife had a bad ‘first dive experience’ on an earlier holiday. This time things worked out good because Hassan (the instructor) really took his time to make her feel safe. We want to thank the full crew for this wonderful day: driver, captain, snorkel guide and Hassan!”

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6.Dubai: The Lost Chambers Aquarium Snorkeling Experience

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

At The Lost Chambers Aquarium, you’ll receive a safety briefing from an instructor, then spend about 20 minutes snorkeling in the 10-meter-deep Ambassador Lagoon. Short wetsuits, flotation jackets, and gear are provided. Guides such as Dani and Rogers help first-timers feel calm around rays, sharks, and thousands of fish.

“The whole experience was 10/10. My guide couldn’t be more helpful. I would highly recommend.”

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7.From Dubai: Discovery Scuba Diving & Snorkeling In Fujairah

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

Travel from Dubai to Dibba, Fujairah, for a beginner scuba session to 10 meters, followed by snorkeling among reefs, fish, and possible turtles. Certified instructors such as Ahmed and Mahmoud guide the water work, while hotel pickup, equipment, snacks, soft drinks, and water are included. Bring your passport, swimwear, and towel.

“Amazing and safe experience. Very friendly guides. The driver picked us up at a resort far away. We got to see alot of cool marine life, and we always felt safe. Definitely worth trying! (PS: if you're doing it in the winter season, bring some warm clothes/blanket to wrap around your neoprene suit, because it can chilly in between your dives!)”

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8.Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ lunch

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

Join Reef Oasis in Fujairah for a four-hour snorkeling trip to Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. Julia and the guide team may point out turtles, rays, sea stars, colorful fish, and small sharks. Equipment, drinks, a toilet-equipped boat, photos when available, and a generous chicken BBQ lunch are included.

“We got to see lots of beautiful fish , lots of turtles and a shark really enjoyed it. Julia/ Ulia was very informative. Just a shame we had to wait for other people for 2 hours to arrive as they were coming from Dubai and Abu Dhabi and we were local.”

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9.From Dubai: Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

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

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for beginner scuba instruction, a boat trip, snorkeling near Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks, and underwater photos. An English-speaking instructor, including Fahad when available, guides the sea session. After a BBQ lunch, stop at Al Bidya Mosque, Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, and Khorfakkan Waterfalls before returning to Dubai.

“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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10.From Dubai: Fujairah Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

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

You’ll leave Dubai by hotel transfer, gear up in Fujairah, then cruise to two Gulf of Oman sites with a professional divemaster. Expect schools of yellow snapper and triggerfish, plus possible turtles, rays, moray eels, clownfish, and coral. The 8-hour schedule includes roughly four hours on the road.

“Perfect employees, really nice location for diving. The day was great.”

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11.Dubai: Snorkeling at Deep Dive World’s Deepest Pool

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

You will learn basic snorkeling skills, adjust your equipment, and float above a sunken city inside Dubai's 60-meter pool. An English-speaking guide leads the one-hour session for groups of up to six. Bring swimwear and photo ID, and note that this is surface snorkeling, not free diving.

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

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12.From Abu Dhabi: Snorkeling with Turtles in Fujairah with BBQ

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

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah for two guided snorkeling stops at Snoopy Island and Sharm Rocks. Expect turtles, fish, rays, and the chance of a reef shark, plus boat comforts, a BBQ lunch, and Khorfakkan sightseeing. Guides such as Julia help beginners feel at ease and take underwater photos.

“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.From Abu Dhabi: Snorkeling with turtles in Fujairah with BBQ

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

Leave Abu Dhabi at 6:00 am for Fujairah, where a small group and expert guide help you snorkel among turtles, fish, rays, and possible reef sharks. The boat has sunbeds, indoor seating, a restroom, shower, and changing facilities. After a BBQ lunch, stop at Khorfakkan Waterfall and Amphitheatre before returning.

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14.Fujairah: Snorkeling and Watersports at Snoopy Island

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

Spend the day at Sandy Beach Fujairah, directly opposite Snoopy Island. Your pass includes snorkeling gear, kayaks, a stand up paddle board, sunbeds, umbrellas, the infinity pool, and kids water park access. Ask guide Said for snorkeling tips and the best spots. Transport, lunch, and boat trips cost extra.

“Amazing premises, with full access to amenities and changing areas. We were a group of 3 with a toddler, and found all the places to be very accessible. Our guide, Said, made the entire experience very fun and super convenient. He gave us great tips and was always there to address all our concerns. 10/10 would recommend and definitely visiting again in the future. When you go, please ask for Said!”

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