Well-known diving includes Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef at Ras Mohammed, alongside reefs and dive sites around Sharm El Sheikh and the Straits of Tiran. The region offers both day-boat diving and access to wider Red Sea liveaboard routes.
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Sharm El Sheikh is one of the best-known dive regions in Egypt, with access to local reefs, Ras Mohammed National Park and the Straits of Tiran. Diving is mainly organised by boat, with reefs, walls, drop-offs and drift dives found throughout the region.
Ras Mohammed is known for sites such as Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef, while the Straits of Tiran include Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas and Gordon Reef. The variety of dive sites provides options for different experience levels, although currents and deeper profiles make some dives better suited to experienced divers.
Diving is possible throughout the year in Sharm El Sheikh & Ras Mohammed. Spring and autumn offer a good balance of warm water and comfortable conditions, while summer brings the highest water and air temperatures.
Winter remains suitable for diving, although water temperatures are cooler and wind can affect boat trips and exposed dive sites. Conditions and marine life also vary throughout the year, so the best period depends on the type of diving you are looking for.
Water temperatures generally range from around 22°C in winter to 28–29°C in summer. Visibility is commonly 20 metres or more, with clearer conditions possible depending on the dive site, weather and season.
Conditions vary considerably between dive sites. Some reefs offer relatively relaxed diving, while sites around Ras Mohammed and the Straits of Tiran can have moderate to strong currents and are commonly dived as drift dives. Certification and experience should therefore be matched to the planned dive and conditions on the day.
The reefs around Sharm El Sheikh, Ras Mohammed and the Straits of Tiran support a wide variety of Red Sea marine life. Divers can encounter reef fish, moray eels, rays and turtles, together with schools of barracuda, snapper and other larger fish.
Sharks and other pelagic species can also be encountered, particularly around offshore reefs and drop-offs. Species and numbers vary by dive site and season, and encounters with larger marine life are never guaranteed.
Most diving in the region is organised through local dive centers and day boats. Local reefs, Ras Mohammed National Park and the Straits of Tiran can be explored from Sharm El Sheikh, while liveaboards provide another option for reaching dive sites across the northern Red Sea.
Which dive sites are suitable depends on your certification, experience and the conditions on the day. Check planned dive sites, currents and certification requirements with your dive center or liveaboard operator before diving.
Yes. Sharm El Sheikh provides access to local coral reefs, Ras Mohammed National Park and the Straits of Tiran. The region offers reef, wall and drift diving, with dive sites suitable for different experience levels.
Yes. There are dive sites around Sharm El Sheikh suitable for beginners and dive training. However, some sites at Ras Mohammed and particularly in the Straits of Tiran can involve stronger currents, deeper water and drift diving, making them more suitable for experienced divers.
Yes. Diving is possible throughout the year. Water temperatures are coolest during winter and warmest during summer, while conditions can vary between individual dive sites and seasons.
Yes. Ras Mohammed National Park can be visited on dive trips from Sharm El Sheikh. The area includes well-known sites such as Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef, which are commonly dived as a drift dive.
Yes. The Straits of Tiran are reached by boat from Sharm El Sheikh. Well-known dive sites include Jackson Reef, Woodhouse Reef, Thomas Reef and Gordon Reef. Currents can be strong at some sites, so the required experience depends on the site and conditions.
Water temperatures are generally around 22°C in winter and 28°C in summer. The coolest water is typically around February, while the warmest conditions occur around August.
