Greater Tunb Island
Island Strategically located Persian Gulf island, subject to dispute
A heavily controlled island in the northern Persian Gulf, Greater Tunb is administered by Iran and claimed by the UAE; access is restricted and it lacks public tourist facilities or regular visitor services.
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Greater Tunb is an island in the southern Persian Gulf administered by Iran as part of Hormozgan province and claimed by the United Arab Emirates. It is the largest of the Tunb islands.
The island is occupied by Iranian military and administrative personnel and does not offer civilian visitor facilities. Public tourism and overnight visits are generally not permitted.
Control of the island became a point of contention after the British withdrawal from the Gulf in 1971; Iran has administered the island since that period while the UAE continues to assert a claim.
Situated in the southern Persian Gulf near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, the island lies among other small islets that mark the maritime boundary in the area.
- Access restrictions: access to the island is controlled and the presence of military and administrative personnel means it is not open for general tourism.
- Sovereignty dispute: administration by Iran is disputed by the United Arab Emirates, which also asserts a claim to the island.
How to Get to Greater Tunb Island #
Public access is normally restricted and governed by national authorities. Any planned visit requires formal permissions from relevant Iranian agencies and is typically arranged only in official contexts.
Tips for Visiting Greater Tunb Island #
- If traveling by private boat, confirm the political and customs procedures for visiting the Tunb Islands-entry is tightly controlled.
- Respect local regulations-Greater Tunb is a sensitive area and access is often restricted for security reasons.
- Do not attempt unsanctioned landings; official permission is required and enforced.
Best Time to Visit Greater Tunb Island #
Access is subject to regional security and administrative controls; consult official Iranian authorities if travel is planned.
Weather & Climate near Greater Tunb Island #
Greater Tunb Island's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 37°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 42°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 41°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 37°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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