Explore the colorful coral reef underwater in Marsa Alam, Egypt's Red Sea.
Egypt · Sharm local reefs

Ras Ghamila

Best time to dive

Season varies - confirm locally

What you might see

  • Eagle rayLikely
  • Sea turtlePossible

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Suitable - shallow sandy/coral reef, popular for shore snorkeling and night dives

Safety notes

Currents on the boat-accessible/Tiran-adjacent stretch; check local conditions before a night dive

Permits & fees

None for the shore reef; standard marine park fee if run as a boat trip near Tiran

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Sharm el-Sheikh

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

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