/ Red Sea, South Sinai

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Close-up of vibrant coral reef wall at Ras Mohammed, dense anthias fish cloud in midwater, direct sunlight refracting through clear shallow water, diver fin visible at upper frame edge
Close-up of vibrant coral reef wall at Ras Mohammed, dense anthias fish cloud in midwater, direct sunlight refracting through clear shallow water, diver fin visible at upper frame edge
Exterior hull of the SS Thistlegorm wreck submerged in Red Sea, natural light filtering from surface above, motorcycle cargo visible through open hold, wide angle from diver perspective
Exterior hull of the SS Thistlegorm wreck submerged in Red Sea, natural light filtering from surface above, motorcycle cargo visible through open hold, wide angle from diver perspective
Looking down into the Blue Hole at Dahab, vivid cobalt water column descending into darkness, sandy ledge rim at top, a single diver silhouette at the edge in natural noon light
Looking down into the Blue Hole at Dahab, vivid cobalt water column descending into darkness, sandy ledge rim at top, a single diver silhouette at the edge in natural noon light
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Ras Mohammed

SS Thistlegorm

Blue Hole, Dahab

Open Water and above
Advanced Open Water minimum
Technical divers only below 40 m

WWII cargo wreck sitting at 30 m on a sandy bottom. Two holds, locomotives, and motorcycles still in place. Penetration dives require a guide; night dives available.

Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef sit 30 km south. Visibility regularly exceeds 25 m. Currents run moderate; most operators run a drift dive. Depths range 12–30 m.

The arch at 56 m is for tec divers only. Recreational divers stay above 30 m along the wall — still exceptional. Shore entry; no boat required.

Dive boat at work on Red Sea surface at early morning, crew preparing tanks and BCDs on deck, golden sunrise light low on the horizon, open water and distant coastline behind
Dive boat at work on Red Sea surface at early morning, crew preparing tanks and BCDs on deck, golden sunrise light low on the horizon, open water and distant coastline behind

Dive Centers

  • Emperor Divers Sharm El Sheikh — One of the most established operators in Naama Bay and frequently recommended by divers.

  • Circle Divers Sharm El Sheikh — Well-known PADI dive center in Ras Um Sid. Frequently recommended by experienced divers.

  • Seamax Sharm Dive Center — Large operation in Naama Bay with thousands of reviews and strong reputation.

  • Sea Life Sharm Diving Center — Located in Nabq Bay area and popular with resort guests.

  • Cinderella Eldawley Diving Center — Long-established dive center with extensive local presence.

  • Blue Lagoon Diving Center Sharm el Sheikh — Located in Ras Nasrani near some of the region's best reefs.

  • Dolphin Diving Center — Naama Bay diving and snorkeling operator.

  • Camel Dive Club — Operating since 1986 in Naama Bay.

  • Pyramids Diving Center — PADI 5-Star IDC Resort with multiple locations.

  • SUBEX Dive Center — Established operator since 1991.

  • Pirates Dive Club — Independent dive center operating since 2006.

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Beaches

  • Gold Beach — Popular beach near the Old Market area.

  • Porto Sharm Beach — Family-friendly beach destination in Nabq area.

  • Sharm Sporting Club Beach — Public-access beach with facilities.

  • Public Beach — General public beach access area.

  • Hala beach — Beach destination in SharmeSheikh.

  • Reef Of Akaba Bay, SharmeSheihk — Known for reef access and snorkeling opportunities.

Famous Diving & Beach Areas

  • Naama Bay

  • Ras Mohammed National Park

  • Ras Um Sid

  • Sharks Bay

  • Nabq Bay

  • Ras Nasrani

  • Tiran Island