When is the best time to dive Moses Rock?

The typical diving season is January to December; September to October. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Israel · Eilat

Moses Rock

Q: Is Moses Rock good for snorkelling?

Yes - snorkelling is viable here. Viable in the shallower sections near the rocks/jetties, though the site is primarily dived rather than snorkeled; part of the same protected reserve as Coral Beach

Also known as: Sela Moshe

Best time to dive

January to December; September to October

What you might see

BarracudaLikely
Moray eelLikely

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

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Viable in the shallower sections near the rocks/jetties, though the site is primarily dived rather than snorkeled; part of the same protected reserve as Coral Beach

Safety notes

Red-and-white markers denote a boat-free zone that may not be crossed; buoy line protecting the reef may not be traversed; part of protected nature reserve so no touching/collecting

Permits & fees

Nature reserve entrance fee applies (same reserve as Coral Beach, ~35 ILS adult/21 ILS child 2022 rate, VERIFY current price)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Eilat

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