Our Mighty Mussandam trips that run once a month are amongst the most popular for both new and experienced divers! We are delighted to offer fully kitted out cabins, with air-conditioning, hot running water and delicious food on board! The friendly staff also do all of the tank changes required in between dives to ensure you can relax in between the 6 included dives!
Al Mahara Diving Center - Mussandam diving calendar for 2011
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Month
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Date
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Trip
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Dhow (*tentative)
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Status
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January
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13th-15th
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2 nights
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Red Dhow
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Completed
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February
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17th-19th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Completed
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March
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24th-26th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Completed
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April
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28th-30th
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2 nights
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Brown Dhow
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Completed
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May
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19th-21st
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2 nights
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Red Dhow
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Completed
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June
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16th-18th
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2 nights
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Brown Dhow
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Completed
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July
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14th-16th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Completed
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Aug
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11th-13th
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2 nights
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Brown Dhow
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Completed
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Sep
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15-17th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Completed
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Oct
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13th-15th
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2 nights
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Brown Dhow
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Completed
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Nov
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17-19th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Spaces available
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Dec
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1st-3rd
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Spaces available
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Dec
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15th-17th
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2 nights
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Yellow Dhow
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Spaces available
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*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.
Costings (2011 rates)
Diver: Dhs1850 Non Diver: Dhs1600
(Trip is inclusive of full board meals, twin or triple share cabins depending upon dhow, 6 tank dives with weights, lovely hot water showers that we appreciate and a/c 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.
Note: Prices may change without prior notice, please check before booking to avoid any misunderstandings.
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 contact us for details.
Equipment hire: (also applies to daily dives)
(If Required) Full Equipment (If Required) ad hoc equipment – see below list for items prices
Full equipment: Dhs100/day BCD: Dhs35 per day
Regulator: Dhs35 per day
Wetsuit: Dhs25 per day
Dive Computer: Dhs75 per day
Additional Prices
Extra dives: Dhs80 per dive
Torches: Dhs50 each for night dive
Surface Marker Buoy: 25dhs per day
PADI Advance Open Water Diver (additional): Dhs1000 – do the course on the dhow and the total price is only 2850 inclusive of all necessary equipment and items as listed above!
Digital Underwater Camera rental: Dhs250 per day (Sea & Sea camera or equivalent)
Enriched Air 32-36% cylinder (for EANx certified divers only): Dhs60 per cylinder
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: Less than 48hours is full payment, less than 72hours-48hours is 50% payment because we are holding a space that other divers who may also want to book.
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