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The best diving sites in the Red Sea

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A comprehensive guide to the most beautiful diving sites in the Red Sea, with their advantages and the most appropriate times to visit them.

The Red Sea is one of the most beautiful diving seas in the world, with its clear waters, rich coral reefs, and diverse fish.

Diving sites in the Saudi coast

Jeddah and the surrounding areas
Jeddah hosts dozens of wonderful sites along its coast with warm waters, diverse coral reefs, and colorful fish from the first metre.

Sharm Obhur
An ideal location for beginners, with calm waters, shallow reefs and wonderful biodiversity starting from shallow depths.

Al Hamra and Al Wajh
Less crowded northern locations with clear waters, huge coral arrays and rarely seen large fish.

Best times for diving

Summer (April to October)
Water temperature between 28 and 32 degrees and excellent visibility of more than 30 metres.

Winter (November to March)
Cooler water between 22 and 26 degrees but marine life is more active and preferred by some divers.

What you will see in the Red Sea

  • Parrot fish and butterfly in bright colors
  • Giant whale shark sometimes in appropriate seasons
  • Arabian Gulf dolphins families and flocks
  • Octopus, squid and crabs

The Red Sea is a rare biological treasure. Visit him with open eyes and a heart that has preserved his beauty.