Snoopy Island
جزيرة سنوبي
A coral islet shaped like Snoopy lying down to sleep, the most popular snorkelling spot on the east coast, where sea turtles and reef sharks are often seen.
Snoopy Island lies about 100 m off Aqqa Beach and takes its name from its outline, which resembles Snoopy asleep on his doghouse. The coral reef around the island is shallow and clear, and you often see parrotfish, sea turtles, harmless blacktip reef sharks and stingrays. It is the UAE's classic snorkelling spot. You can swim there from the shore (watch out for boats and currents), or sign up for snorkelling boat trips or deep-diving courses at the dive centres of nearby resort hotels. Landing on the island itself is prohibited. Beach hotels sell day passes that give access to the beach and facilities.
Opening hours
All day (snorkeling tours mostly in the morning)
Nearby sights
- Al Aqah Beach
- Al Bidya Mosque
- Khor Fakkan Amphitheatre & Waterfall
- Wadi Wurayah National Park
- Shark Island (Khor Fakkan)
- Dibba Al-Fujairah
- Al Rafisah Dam
- Khor Fakkan Corniche