Question 1

How many dive sites are in the Red Sea?

Accepted Answer

The Red Sea is home to over 103 documented dive sites, making it one of the world's premier diving destinations. Our directory includes comprehensive information on each site including location, depth, visibility, currents, and marine life.

Question 2

What are the best dive sites in the Red Sea?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most famous dive sites in the Red Sea include the SS Thistlegorm wreck, Elphinstone Reef, the Brothers Islands (Big Brother and Little Brother), Daedalus Reef, Jackson Reef, and the Blue Hole in Dahab. Each offers unique experiences from wreck diving to pristine coral reefs and encounters with pelagic species.

Question 3

What cities in Egypt have the best dive sites?

Accepted Answer

The Red Sea coast of Egypt features excellent diving in multiple cities including Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, and Marsa Alam. Our directory covers dive sites across 5 different cities and regions, each offering unique underwater experiences.

Question 4

What types of diving can you do in the Red Sea?

Accepted Answer

The Red Sea offers diverse diving experiences including wreck diving (31 wreck sites), reef diving (79 reef sites), wall diving (40 wall sites), drift diving, and encounters with sharks, dolphins, and other marine life. The average depth across sites is approximately 27 meters.

Question 5

Is the Red Sea good for beginner divers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Red Sea offers many dive sites suitable for beginners, with shallow reefs, calm conditions, and excellent visibility. Many sites have options for both beginner and advanced divers, with depths ranging from 5 meters to over 60 meters.

Question 6

What is the best time to dive in the Red Sea?

Accepted Answer

The Red Sea offers year-round diving, with water temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) in winter to 28°C (82°F) in summer. Peak visibility is typically from April to October, though conditions remain excellent throughout the year.

Abu Dabbab

Abu Ghalawa

Abu Hashish

Abu Kifan

Abu Nuhas

Abu Ramada North

Abu Ramada South

Amphoras

Banana Reef

Belina Wreck

Big Brother Island

Big Giftun

Blue Hole - El Bells

Carless Reef

Carnatic

Deadalus Reef

Dunraven (Beacon Rock)

Eel Garden

Eel Gardens

El Erug

El Fanadir

El Fanous West

El Mina Wreck

Elphinstone

Erg Abu Ramada

Erg Sabina

Erg Somaya

Far Garden

Fiddle Garden

Fury Shoals

Giannis D

Gordon Reef

Gota Abu Ramada

Habili Ali

Hamda

Jackfish Alley

Jackson Reef

Kimon M

Kormoran

Laguna Reef

Lighthouse

Little Brother Island

Marcus

Middle Garden

Moray Garden - Golden Blocks

Napoleon Reef

Near Garden

North Gabr El Bint

North Ras Abu Galum

Panorama Reef

Paradise

Pinky Wall

Ras Abu Helal

Ras Bob

Ras Burg

Ras Disha

Ras Ghamila

Ras Ghozlani

Ras Katy

Ras Nasrani

Ras Um Sid

Ras Zaatar

Rosalie Moller

Salem Express

Shaab Abu Nugar

Shaab Claudia

Shaab Eissa

Shaab El Erg

Shaab Eshta

Shaab Maksur

Shaab Petra

Shaab Sabina

Shaab Sataya

Shabrur Um Gamar

Shag Rock (Kingston)

Shark & Yolanda Reef

Shark Observatory

Shark's Bay

Siyul Kebira

Small Crack