Shaab Sabina

Shaab Sabina is a dive site consisting of a main reef, a protected sandy lagoon, and an erg standing alone on the north. The underwater landscape north of the main reef is exciting, with a maze of ridges and ergs, and a delightful coral garden in the northwest. The hills in this area are densely covered with hard corals, providing shelter for small fish species. The corner of the top reef divides the northern coral garden from the sheltered southern side, which is mostly dead. About 150 meters from the main reef, there is a picturesque shallow lagoon. The nutrient-rich water on the north side of the reef wall supports a vibrant marine life, while the bottom around the erg is mainly sandy with some fire coral formations. Shaab Sabina is known for its impressive coral landscapes, including beautiful table and brain corals. The dive site offers a wonderful view of a labyrinth of coral, with downlight reflections dancing on the bright sandy bottom. The wall of the main reef in the south stretches from a depth of 8 to 10 meters to the surface, with hard corals growing over each other, resembling a Japanese garden. The shallow waters of Shaab Sabina are best explored by a drift dive, allowing divers to experience one of the most beautiful coral gardens in Hurghada. The coral gardens consist of successive coral ridges alternated with sandy surfaces. At a depth of 3 meters, there is a beautiful lagoon. Turtles thrive in this area due to the presence of many soft corals. Divers should enter the water from the boat and avoid making physical contact with marine life.