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Diving in Egypt: Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada

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A practical guide to diving in two famous Egyptian destinations with their legendary sites and diverse possibilities.

Egypt is a world-class diving destination par excellence that combines natural beauty, easy access, and relatively reasonable prices.

Sharm El Sheikh

It is located at the confluence of the Gulfs of Suez and Aqaba, which gives it an exceptional diversity of marine life and the best visibility in the Red Sea.

Its most prominent locations

  • The Garden: A shallow coral garden ideal for beginners
  • Ras Mohammed: The national park most famous for its exceptional fish and reefs
  • Thailand: A remote location that rewards those who are patient with a rare experience

Hurghada

The gateway to the Egyptian Red Sea contains the largest single coral masses in the world, with a variety of fish and dives for all levels.

Its most prominent locations

  • Abu Nuhas: Sunken ships turned into wonderful artificial reefs
  • Shaab Shabour: A huge, remote reef that rewards the serious diver

Practical information

  • You can reach Jeddah in less than two hours by flight
  • Most diving centers offer their services at reasonable prices
  • The months from March to November are best suited to visit

Egypt is the first companion of Arab divers and will remain so, with its incomparable beauty.