NBM Dive Site Resource
Dubai Aquarium — Shark Dive
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A guided scuba experience in Dubai Aquarium's main tank with sand tiger, reef, leopard and tawny nurse sharks, rays, groupers and other marine life, with options for certified and first-time divers.
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Aquatic life at this dive site
What divers may encounter
Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Site media
Photographs
Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
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Dive videos
Three featured video positions are reserved on every profile.Published reference location
Location map
The marker shows the public coordinates associated with this profile. Confirm current access, moorings, and departure details before the dive.Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Recent field observations
Diver-reported temperatures
Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.
Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.
Why divers know this place
Highlights
Small-group diving among several shark species, rays, groupers and hundreds of fish, supervised by a divemaster and dive instructor.
Before you arrive
Access notes
Bring recognized certification if using the certified-diver option. Non-certified participants must complete the Discover Scuba requirements and medical questionnaire.
Plan within your training
Conditions and hazards
Normal scuba medical and pressure risks remain. Participants must follow the dive team and animal-care procedures and disclose relevant medical conditions.
At the site
Facilities and support
A full set of dive equipment is included according to the current official program page.
Connected reporting
News mentioning Dubai Aquarium — Shark Dive
Independent resource notice
This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.