17Sixty

Based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 17SIXTY is a PADI 5 Star Dive Center bringing together a portfolio of best-in-class marine activities led by water sports professionals sourced both locally and from around the world. Sustainability and excellence in water safety underpin everything the team does in and around the water.

Courses and dive sites

17SIXTY runs two locations. At La Mer beach resort in North Jeddah/Obhur, the team leads PADI courses and shore dives suited to all levels, while Durrat Alarous, north of Jeddah, is the base for boat diving and snorkelling adventures. The full course portfolio spans PADI Scuba Diving, TecRec, Freediving, Snorkelling and First Aid EFR, guided by two PADI Instructors.

Divers can expect encounters with sharks, whales, turtles, rays and ocean fish. On-site facilities include a classroom, retail shop, house reef, dive boat, food and drinks, free Wi-Fi and parking, with equipment sales and rental available. Staff speak English, Afrikaans and Arabic, making it a welcoming choice for divers of every level.