Al Mahara Diving Center Mussandam diving calendar for 2012

*We may at times, have to switch dhows and dates depending on number of passengers for that particular trip, but wherever possible – we will aim to schedule as above.

Cost: (2012  rates)

Diver: Dhs1910 (1850 Dhs + Dhs 30 / day for diving permit)                                        Non Diver: Dhs1600

(Trip is inclusive of full board meals, either twin or triple share cabins depending upon dhow, 6 tank dives with weights, lovely hot water showers that we appreciate and air conditioned cabins with bathrooms)

Ensuite rooms: Surcharge Dhs70 per night (e.g. for 2 nights, surcharge is Dhs140, subject to availability)

For Children: Children between 5 and 10 years of age will be charged 50% of the adult rate when staying in their parent’s cabin. Children under the age of 5 will be free in their parent’s cabin.

Please Note: Subject to availability.  Prices may change without prior notice, please contact Al Mahara prior to booking to avoid any misunderstandings or disappointments. 

Please note for divers safety we require all divers to have a Surface Marker Buoy. We have these available for purchase or rent if required.  Please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for details.

Equipment hire: (also applies to daily dives)

Full equipment (if required): Dhs100/day

Individual Items (if required):

BCD: Dhs35

Regulator: Dhs35/day

Wetsuit:Dhs25/day

Dive Computer: Dhs100/day

Additional Prices:

Extra dives Dhs80

Torches: Dhs50 each per night dive

Surface Marker Buoy: 25dhs per day

PADI Advance Open Water Diver (additional): Dhs1000 (for the Mussandam dhow trip only) 

– do the course on the dhow and the total price is only 2850 inclusive of all necessary equipment and items as listed above excluding surface marker buoy and dive computer.

Digital Underwater Camera rental: Dhs250 per day (Sea & Sea camera or similiar)

Enriched Air 32-36% cylinder (for EANx certified divers only): Dhs60 per cylinder

Round trip Transportation from Abu Dhabi to Dibba Port:  200 Dhs / person (limited space available so reserve early.  Leave from Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi at 3:00pm sharp)

Please note: To send out Speedboat to pick up or drop off guest from Dibba Port to Dhow/Limah Bay Cost will be Dhs800 per trip.

Other Additionals (outwith Al Mahara Charges): is diving permit (Dhs30/day) and alcohol and soft drink beverages (which is collected on the boat by the boat staff).

For booking the Mussandam trips, we require a completed booking form and payment within 14 days of departure so we can secure a space for you. You have the option to pay by credit card (must be physically present to process) or by cash prior to trip departure.

Cancellation policy:   We are invoiced and must pay for your space by noon Monday prior to the trip.  Therefore the following cancellation policy applies.  Less than 48hours full payment will be kept, 72hours-48hours 50% payment will be kept.   Also, we have been holding a space for you that other divers may have wanted to book.  (You have until noon on Tuesday to cancel for the 48 hour period and noon on Monday to cancel for the 72 hour period.  Example 1:  Mr. John calls and cancels Tuesday after 12:00pm.  Since it is after 12:00pm Tuesday, and his trip has already been paid for as we leave for Dibba within 48 hours, he will have to forfeit the complete amount of his trip, or he can find someone else to replace him on the trip.  Example 2:  Mr. John calls and cancels Monday after 12:00pm.  Since it is after 12:00pm Monday, and his trip has already been paid for as we leave for Dibba within 72 hours, he will have to forfeit 50% of the amount of his trip or he can find someone else to replace him on the trip.) 

We can also book open dhows for private charters, speedboat day trips to the Mussandam and diving in Korfakkan.

To book this trip or to inquiry about trip details, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us at +971-2643 7377 or mobile +971 50 111 8125.