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Omanta Scuba Diving Academy

Al Kharjiya Street | Al Shati Area, Muscat, Oman
+96897700564
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Ranked #1 of 9 tours in Muscat
5.0 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Water Sports
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Muscat, Oman
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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When I moved to Muscat I had intended to try out all the dive operators before deciding which one to stick with. Omanta was the first I tried, at the recommendation of an independent dive instructor, and I never tried any of the rest. They are very professional and safety-minded, and I appreciate that they try to divvy up the... More

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Reykjavik, Iceland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Stan @ Omanta is a big guy and a big personality. He hooked me up with 2 days of diving around the coast of Muskat. Despite quite last minute booking Stan sorted me out and he runs a tight ship. Im a commercial diver with 2500+ dives and also a padi dive instructor and have worked at dive centers previously... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Really helpful and knowledgeable staff. Stan, who runs the place also organizes tours, diving courses and beach parties. Short drive to Marina where their boat is. We dove Cave Side and Novice bay with the very patient and friendly Jaz.

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Governorate of Muscat, Oman
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

I started my diving adventure with this place. And very glad with my decision. The instructors are freindly, fun and good at what they do. They make sure you're really comfotable in this new envoirment you're getting into. Same goes for fun diving trips. A very nice atmoshpere on the boat. You'll be diving with the guides who know the... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012
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person found this review helpful

Good outfit andequipment, the boat was a bit small for carrying more than 8 divers! Dive plan a bit confusing. Owner is amobitious but should have better respect for the local culture, and he will succeed to expand further, for sure.

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Salmiyah, Kuwait
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

I made last minute plans to visit Oman and knock out a couple of certs and get some dive experience in a new place. Though the conditions weren't the best, Stan and the rest of the Omanta staff made the visit one to remember. It is so great to be able to go to a dive center where the staff... More

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Bangalore
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
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people found this review helpful

If your ever in the region you HAVE to give Omanta Scuba a look. Professional to a T, friendly, warm and all in all a brilliant diving experience. Learn't how to dive with them and now come back every couple of months. I recommend them highly.

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Milan, Italy
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 59 cities Reviews in 59 cities
136 helpful votes 136 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Excellent daily trip for diving & snorkelling to the beaches around Muscat. Friendly and professional staff! Much better experience than at the Al Sawadi resort. Recommended!

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011
3
people found this review helpful

I spent two days diving with the team at Omanta in Dec 2011 and was very impressed. I chose them for their location (in the Intercontinental Hotel) and their price (OR 37 per day of diving, two dives, including full equipment rental, dive guide, and lunch). The staff in the shop were very friendly and explained the possible dive sites... More

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