This dive site, St. John's Island East, is one of six vibrant spots around Zabargad. It features a main reef starting at 9 meters, sloping down to a drop-off. Its remote location ensures pristine conditions and active currents, making for an adventurous dive experience.
The site boasts healthy hard and soft corals that form a thriving ecosystem. Due to regular currents and its remote nature, it attracts significant pelagic marine life, including majestic manta rays, graceful eagle rays, and various species of sharks, alongside abundant reef fish.
The best time to visit St. John's Island for optimal big marine life encounters is generally during the summer and autumn months, though encounters are possible year-round. Divers should be proficient in managing currents, which can be variable, to fully appreciate the dramatic landscapes and vibrant pelagic action.
