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Oman Dive Center

| Medinat Sultan Qaboos, Oman
(+968) 248 242 40
Ranked #8 of 13 tours in Muscat Governorate
3.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Tours
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

We have just come back after a few days back at the ODC in Muscat and were so disappointed with our stay this time. The barasti huts are still lovely along with a great beach and bay but the restaurant has gone down so much that it totally spoilt our stay. The accommodation is offered on a half board basis... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

I kept hearing about the Oman Dive Center and we finally took a long weekend and drove from the UAE. It is a little rugged - not for those looking for four star accommodations. But the convenience for diving and snorkeling was great. The baristi hut accommodations are very nice inside with an open air private bathroom that is more... More

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Chicago, IL
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011

I tried the Prawn salad, it was very light. Perfect for an effort to lose a few kgs. Not sufficient after a good swim and/or morning diving. We picked this place because it offered a chance to drive through Muscat and see the coast a little. It's fine for 4 OMR for one day, but borderline not worth it. Might... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2011

To step out of your barasti hut in the morning and be greeted with the calm bay is just good stuff for the soul! It is basic accommodation but lovely and nice to get away from all the fancy hotels! We have been going there for 9 years now and the food is greatly improved from when we first went.... More

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Almere, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

Oman Dive Center is on a secluded, private beach next to the Shangri-La Resort. We spent about 35 OMR (~€65) on a one day diving experiance. As complete novices, we had a relaxed and fun introduction to diving from Ken (Scottish man with a great sense of humour), including a number of rudimentary exercises in the pool. After a quick... More

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Muscat, Oman
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011
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We took our 16 year old son and went with a friends who had a baby and a 11 year old. Quite a long way out of the main Muscat but worth a visit. Cost us 3OMR per adult to get in because it was the Omani weekend - normally 1.5OMR on any other day. Great location right on the... More

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Dubai
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Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2011
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First time I came to Oman, these guys showed up early to my hotel and left without me....This has NEVER happened to me in ten years of diving. Second time I went to Oman, I tried to arrange for a dive. Zee German gentleman who answered the phone was rude, obnoxious and a complete jerk. Thanks but no thanks! There... More

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