Ras Katy

Ras Katy is the first dive site from the main marina in Sharm el Mina. Boats typically moor between the fringing reef and the top of the main pinnacle, which reaches up to the surface. This makes it a popular spot for both snorkelers and divers. There is a sheltered sandy area between the fringing reef and pinnacles, where many pairs of Goby and Shrimp can be found. The pinnacles, covered in pretty soft and hard corals, form a line parallel to the reef plate. Occasionally, currents can pick up, especially towards the corner in the direction of Temple. Named after a lady who used to sunbathe on the beach, Ras Katy is the most southerly of the local dive sites. The dive starts at the mooring and becomes a semi-drift. To see the resident white tip reef shark in the area, divers need to stay shallow for about 10-15 minutes. The shark lives in about 28 meters of water and circles off the reef. Due to their excellent hearing, the shark will likely know divers are approaching before they see it. If divers stay in the area, the shark often doubles back to take a look. Another great dive at this site is swimming out to the southern corner where the reef juts out. In about 26 meters of water, a huge group of red sea banner fish and red tooth triggers can be found grouping together over the reef. On the way back, there is a big fan coral with glass fish swarming around it. Alternatively, divers can explore the shallow water and circle the huge pinnacles that raise up to the surface, where many fish can be found.