Yolanda Reef

Best time to dive

January to December; June to September; March to May; October to November

What you might see

• BarracudaPeak season
• Grey reef sharkPossible
• Hammerhead sharkPossible

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 - Not recommended - strong current, deep drop-off, heavy boat traffic

Safety notes

Strong/unpredictable currents, very deep drop-off nearby, boat traffic at surface; Ras Mohammed National Park - no touching/collecting coral or wreck debris, no fishing, respect protected marine reserve rules

Permits & fees

Ras Mohammed National Park entrance/diving fee required, paid per day through dive operator; historically cited around US $5/day per diver for Egyptian Red Sea marine protected areas, rates have been revised upward in recent years - confirm current amount with your dive center before booking

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Sharm el-Sheikh