Snorkel the Sunken City: Discover Snorkeling at Deep Dive Dubai
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Expect repeated surface swimming and light breath-control exercises; a moderate level of fitness and comfort in water is required.
Overview
Float above a purpose-built sunken city in the world’s deepest pool. Deep Dive Dubai’s guided snorkeling offers taught technique, controlled conditions and photo-ready visibility for a two-hour surface adventure.
Snorkel the Sunken City: Discover Snorkeling at Deep Dive Dubai
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The first thing you notice is the silence: the echo of distant voices, the soft slap of water against tile, and beneath it all the low, humming hush of the world’s deepest pool. Standing at the edge of Deep Dive Dubai, the water looks like an inland sea—clear, blue and deceptively calm—while guides check masks and fasten bright swim vests. For two hours you’ll float over a scaled-down sunken city, a purpose-built underwater set that dares you to look down and imagine the ruins below.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive Hydrated and Light
Dubai’s climate is dry; drink water before your session and wear a lightweight rash guard to protect from sun on pool decks.
Use the Provided Gear
All snorkel equipment and a flotation vest are supplied—bring personal goggles only if you need a custom fit.
Book Off-Peak Slots
Morning or late-afternoon sessions reduce traffic time and improve surface lighting for photos.
Know the Age Rules
Children under 10 are not allowed; confirm ages at booking to avoid issues at check-in.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- No native wildlife in the pool; keep an eye out for trained staff and sea-themed set decorations.
- In the surrounding city, migratory shorebirds can be seen near Dubai’s beaches in cooler months.
History
Deep Dive Dubai is engineered as a controlled dive well and opened to showcase large-scale underwater filming, training and recreational diving in a desert metropolis.
Conservation
The attraction uses a closed, treated-water system to minimize ecological impact on local marine habitats; visitors should avoid bringing disposable plastics and follow staff instructions.
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Recommended Gear
Swimsuit
Worn under provided wetsuits or vests—quick-dry fabric is best.
Rash guard or swim shirt
Protects skin from sun on the deck and reduces chafing while in the water.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated before and after the session is important in Dubai’s dry heat.
Waterproof phone case or housing
For surface shots and to capture the top-down view of the sunken set without risking your phone.