Hallaniyat Islands
Enjoy remote liveaboard diving in the south of Oman
Photo: Image by Oman Explorer
The Hallaniyat Islands are a small archipelago of islands off the south-east coast of Oman. Rugged and barren above the islands come alive beneath the sea, where vibrant marine life both large and small competes for attention. The area is also home to the 140m City of Winchester wreck.
These remote islands are only reachable by liveaboard between November and April each year, with highlights including dolphin, manta ray, turtle and possibly humpback whales.
Hallaniyat Islands
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Highlights
- Enjoy remote liveaboard diving amongst uninhabited islands
- Dive the City of Winchester wreck
- Look off the bow for schools of dolphin
- Spot humpback whales in season
- Enjoy prolific fish life in a pristine marine environment
- Search the blue for manta rays
Hallaniyat Islands Liveaboards
MY Oman Explorer
This 34m, steel hulled vessel comfortably accommodates 22 divers, in 10 spacious twin-cabins and 1 master cabin.
From £1,371
Upcoming departures
Upcoming departures for Hallaniyat Islands are listed below or view all departures on our Holiday Search where you can also sort/filter.
MY Oman Explorer
£2,212
- Departure Date: 17 May 26
- Country / Itinerary: Oman, Highlight of the year
- Nights: 10
- Embark Disembark: Sifah Mirbat
- Spaces Available: 3
Additional information
- Dive areas visited: Oman: Hallaniyat Islands, Oman: Al Mounassir Wreck, Oman: Bandar Khairan, Oman: Damaniyat Islands, Oman: Muscat Fahal Island
- Typical number of dives on trip: Please enquire
- Minimum dive experience: 30 dives
- Required certification: OWD+Deep or AOWD
- Additional costs to be aware of:
– Port fees & fuel surcharge:
€170
– Dive permit: €150
Cabins.
Lower Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Lower deck
- Avble. Spaces: 3
- Last Shared Space: Female
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
MY Oman Explorer
£1,548
- Departure Date: 12 Dec 26
- Country / Itinerary: Oman, Hallaniyat Islands: from/to Mirbat
- Nights: 7
- Embark Disembark: Mirbat Mirbat
- Spaces Available: 16
Additional information
- Dive areas visited: Oman: Hallaniyat Islands
- Typical number of dives on trip: 20 dives
- Minimum dive experience: 30 dives
- Required certification: OWD+Deep or AOWD
- Additional costs to be aware of:
– Dive permit Hallaniyatt: 4 OMR per diving day:
€60
– Port fees & fuel surcharge for 7 nights: €150
Cabins.
Lower Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Lower deck
- Avble. Spaces: 11
- Last Shared Space: Male
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
Upper Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Upper deck
- Avble. Spaces: 3
- Last Shared Space: Female
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
Master Cabin
- Bed Type: Double
- Location: Upper deck
- Avble. Spaces: 2
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
MY Oman Explorer
£1,991
- Departure Date: 27 Dec 26
- Country / Itinerary: Oman, New Year's Trip Hallaniyat Islands
- Nights: 9
- Embark Disembark: Mirbat Mirbat
- Spaces Available: 5
Additional information
- Dive areas visited: Oman: Hallaniyat Islands
- Typical number of dives on trip: Please enquire
- Minimum dive experience: Please enquire
- Required certification: Please enquire
- Additional costs to be aware of:
– Port fees & fuel surcharge:
€170
– Dive permit: €80
Cabins.
Lower Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Lower deck
- Avble. Spaces: 5
- Last Shared Space: Female
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
MY Oman Explorer
£1,593
- Departure Date: 23 Jan 27
- Country / Itinerary: Oman, Hallaniyat Islands: from/to Mirbat
- Nights: 7
- Embark Disembark: Mirbat Mirbat
- Spaces Available: 10
Additional information
- Dive areas visited: Oman: Hallaniyat Islands
- Typical number of dives on trip: 20 dives
- Minimum dive experience: 30 dives
- Required certification: OWD+Deep or AOWD
- Additional costs to be aware of:
– Dive permit Hallaniyatt: 4 OMR per diving day:
€60
– Port fees & fuel surcharge for 7 nights: €160
Cabins.
Lower Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Lower deck
- Avble. Spaces: 10
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
MY Oman Explorer
£1,593
- Departure Date: 30 Jan 27
- Country / Itinerary: Oman, Hallaniyat Islands: from/to Mirbat
- Nights: 7
- Embark Disembark: Mirbat Mirbat
- Spaces Available: 22
Additional information
- Dive areas visited: Oman: Hallaniyat Islands
- Typical number of dives on trip: 20 dives
- Minimum dive experience: 30 dives
- Required certification: OWD+Deep or AOWD
- Additional costs to be aware of:
– Dive permit Hallaniyatt: 4 OMR per diving day:
€60
– Port fees & fuel surcharge for 7 nights: €160
Cabins.
Lower Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Lower deck
- Avble. Spaces: 12
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
Upper Deck
- Bed Type: Twin (2 singles)
- Location: Upper deck
- Avble. Spaces: 8
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
Master Cabin
- Bed Type: Double
- Location: Upper deck
- Avble. Spaces: 2
- Air Con: Yes, individually controlled
- Ensuite: Yes
Hallaniyat Islands Itineraries
Hallaniyat Islands Liveaboard
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in Oman's southern region, exploring the diverse and remote Hallaniyat Islands.
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Hallaniyat Islands
Photo: Image by Oman Explorer
Photo: Image by Sarah Wight
Photo: Image by Oman Explorer
Photo: Image by Oman Explorer
Hallaniyat Islands Information
Marine life
This area is rich in marine life, with large schools of fish, honeycomb moray eels and green turtles cavorting amongst the flourishing hard and soft corals. Manta rays are occasionally seen, while dolphins are regularly encountered. Humpback whales are resident in the area, and best seen in February and March.
Wreck diving
The Hallaniyat Islands are the resting place of the City of Winchester wreck. Sunk on the 6th August 1914, near the beginning of the First World War, this British merchant vessel was on its maiden voyage when it was captured by German forces. The vessel was taken to the Hallaniyat Islands, where is was scuttled, and lost to the world until 1986, when it was discovered by divers.
The 140m long wreck sites upside down in 30 metres of water, and has become home to a diverse array of marine life including grouper, barracuda and dolphin.
Dive conditions
The diving conditions in this region can be quite dynamic, with visibility changing quickly and strong currents possible. This all adds to the excitement of the destination, but means it is best suited to more experienced divers.
Twin-centre diving
A trip to the Hallaniyat Islands in southern Oman can be extended in a number of ways. For topside nature lovers and adventurers, there is more to explore in southern Oman, including waterfalls and dramatic mountains.
There are plenty of options on and aroudn Oman’s northern coastline, including more diving at the Daymaniyat Islands, or excurions to explore mountains, oases, and starlit desert skies.
Planning your Holiday
Visas
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Passports
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If you’re planning to travel to or via an EU country (with certain exceptions) your UK passport must meet two key requirements, it must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country and it must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date.
Vaccinations & Health Advice
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We’re not qualified to provide you with specific advice on vaccinations and strongly recommend that you contact your healthcare professional before you travel to discuss the inoculations you may need to consider.
For trusted guidance on health and vaccination advice, refer to the NHS Travel Vaccination Advice, Masta Travel Health or Travel Health Pro websites.
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