Shaab Petra

Shaab Petra is a dive site with two pinnacles (ergs) that reach the surface. The south side of each erg has mooring lines, allowing divers to start their dive on either one. The hard corals in the shallows are in fantastic condition. The eastern erg has a large brain coral at its end, resembling a turtle resting on the bottom. On the other side, there is a small cavern inhabited by glassfish and a red tooth grouper that defends its food from lionfish. The western erg is smooth-shaped and sits on a flat sandy bottom. A 'figure of eight' route here takes about 45 minutes. The dive site is 8-28 meters deep and is known for its coral formations and diverse marine life, particularly on the east side of the pinnacles. It is also a great spot for night dives, where turtles can be observed. It is important to avoid physical contact with marine life.