Rocky Island
Also known as: Sha'ab Sharm el Sheikh (South)
Best time to dive
March to May; September to November; December to February
What you might see
- BarracudaPossible
- DolphinLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
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
Not a snorkel site - Limited due to current; possible only in calm conditions
Safety notes
Strong/unpredictable currents, extreme remoteness from medical evacuation, advanced certification essential
Permits & fees
Within Egypt's southern Red Sea marine protected area; liveaboard-only access; reef tax/marine-park fee bundled into trip cost (exact amount not publicly confirmed - VERIFY)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Deep South (ex-Marsa Alam/Port Ghalib)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.