Diving in Iran dates back to centuries B.C. when Iranian people used diving for pulling out the gold and jewelry boxes from their shipwrecks. Archaeological excavations works indicates that lowlanders of Persian sea were using this method to get pearls. It is obvious Iranian ancient times dove by holding their breath in their lungs without diving equipment.
Diving in Iran dates back to centuries B.C. when Iranian people used diving for pulling out the gold and jewelry boxes from their shipwrecks. Archaeological excavations works indicates that lowlanders of Persian sea were using this method to get pearls. It is obvious Iranian ancient times dove by holding their breath in their lungs without diving equipment.
Kish Island is one of the main dive centers in Persian Gulf. In this Island You’ll find a ship wreck, pinnacles and coral reefs with water depth up to 33 meters. Even with all this on-hand, it’s entirely possible that you’ll see no other divers. Angelfish, stingrays, turtles, barracuda, reef sharks, the list of occupants goes on and on. It’s no wonder that the Kish Islands are often called “The Pearls of the Persian Gulf.” Diving in Persian Gulf is a challenging yet exhilarating activity that delivers a memorable experience. Why is the Persian Gulf so special? First off: It’s possessing of a certain untouched loveliness. The balmy ocean waters that flow into the Persian Gulf are clean and full of plankton, feeding over 900 species of fish. Secondly: there are no underwater crowds. Even though the gulf itself is only 650 miles long, the dive sites feel remarkably “secret.”
Persian Gulf has sites that cater to all levels of training and experience. If you are PADI trained and curious about what diving in Persian Gulf is like, come and join one of our diving tours. The waters may not always be as crystal-clear as the tropical dive sites you’re used to, but the sheer sense of adventure makes scuba diving in the Persian Gulf well worth the effort.
Also we hold a one-day recreational diving tour in SiminDasht village close to Firuzkuh in Tehran Province which is ideal for learning to dive as well as offering interesting adventures to more experienced divers. Slipping beneath the waves and gently descending into the world of diving in Iran is a must-be-done experience for the veteran diver as much as for the newbie. The dive travel specialists, supported by the PADI Travel Network’s expertise, can make your dive dreams come true. Our highly trained professional dive staff is committed to provide the highest level of service and standards of reliability on all of our trips. Due to diving tours you perceive both calmness and thrill in the sea depth. This kind of activity is one of the most exciting and appealing tours held by Arasbaran Travel and Tourism Company.