The magnificent Bahrain archipelago is ideal for those who want to spend some time in an absolute pristine and luxury atmosphere. There are 33 Bahrain islands that draw tourists to the endless soft sand and warm sunlight of the Arabian Gulf. Water sport activities especially Bahrain diving in this country is popular and has been regarded a major income source for several decades.

Bahrain diving is a fun and exciting water sport and a major tourist attraction as well. The shallow water is full of various and colorful Bahrain marine life including clown fish, surgeon, trigger fish, turtles, snapper, lion fish, rays and crayfish. If you are lucky enough, you might even encounter a whale shark! The sea in Bahrain is made of soft sands with fascinating rock formations and reefs. The average water visibility is around 5 meters inshore and can rise up to around 30 meters offshore. Moreover, travelers can also enjoy other types of water sports on the islands, including swimming, scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling, boating and lots more.

Apart from reef diving, Bahrain also offers a wide range of wreck dives, such as ships, airplanes, tugboats and barges. Several Bahrain diving sites are located in the shallow sea not far from the coast. Some of the most popular sites are Fifi Wreck, Abu Tahlma, Fasht Najwah, Caisson Wreck and a number of other wreckages surrounding Bahrain.

Fifi Ship Wreck is located approximately 5 miles east of Bahrain. This is a small tugboat wreck that is home to numerous marine species. The Fifi Ship Wreck is suitable for the more advanced divers because it lies in quite shallow water and is especially famous for night dives.

Abu Thalma is 45 miles northeast off the coast of Bahrain. This reef-coated pinnacle provides and excellent Bahrain diving experience as well as an opportunity to admire a variety of marine life in the magnificent Arabian Gulf.

Fasht Najwah is endowed with a myriad of Indo-Pacific fish species that are typically found around the Red Sea and the Maldives. Najwah is the perfect dive site for the advanced divers as the water is fed by a cool upwelling from the depths surrounding the area. In some seasons, Najwah is an excellent dive location to see the giant whale shark.

Caisson Wreck lies some 20 miles off the coast. This steel structure has now become home to hundreds of fish species that inhabit the area, including moray eels, crayfish, clownfish, turtles, sturgeon fish and rays.

Bahrain beaches are also perfect for water sport activities. As there are 33 islands in this archipelago, each with divine beauty and endless attractions and entertainment, the beaches of Bahrain attract a large number of tourists from all parts of the globe all year round. Some of the recommended areas include Hawar Island, Al Bander and Ritz Carlton. Complete luxury and a wide selection of Bahrain hotels as well as excellent restaurants create the highest pleasure for a memorable Bahrain holiday. Spectacular Bahrain diving sites can be found around these islands and beaches as well.

Comprehensive facts about Bahrain and recommendations for Bahrain hotels and Manama hotels can be found with Wired Destinations' Bahrain Travel Guide, Bahrain Travel Tips, Bahrain Sightseeing and Bahrain Diving. We also have discount hotel rates for UAE hotels, Dubai hotels and Abu Dhabi hotels.

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