This dive site is located a short boat ride, approximately 10 minutes, from the Marsa Alam marina. It offers a fantastic drift diving experience through a vibrant reef area, surrounded by beautiful coral gardens. A small wreck rests on the southern side of the site – a rewarding discovery for experienced divers. The current is moderate, adding to the excitement. You might have the chance to encounter fascinating marine life, including dolphins, stingrays, sea turtles, scorpionfish, crocodile fish, Napoleon wrasse, and parrotfish.
Shaab Marsa Alam
Vibrant drift dive with coral gardens and a small wreck.
Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
drift divecoral reefwreckturtleboat divemoderate current
Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Napoleon Wrasse
Crocodilefish
Stingray
Dolphin
Scorpionfish
Coral
Sea Turtle
Things to Note
Difficulty:
intermediate
Moderate current and a max depth of 40m are best suited for non-beginner divers.
Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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