Scuba Diving is one of the well-developed Water Sports in Dubai. Scuba Diving can be done all year round in crystal clear waters of Gulf untouched by pollution. Water depth ranges from 5 m to 30 m and exotic marine life, charming coral reefs and wonderful wrecks can be discovered just off the Jumeirah coastline. The Emirates Diving Federation, a non-profit organization with the objectives of conserving, protecting and restoring the United Arab Emirate's marine resources and to legislate and regulate all diving activities within the UAE was inaugurated in the year 1995.
There are numerous PADI accredited clubs and dive centers throughout the city that are members of the EDF. One can enjoy scuba diving with any of these clubs or centers. They also provide with diving gears and equipments and also take diving classes and demonstrations.