Shaab Marsa Alam Dive Site — Egypt

Shaab Marsa Alam dive site in Egypt

About Shaab Marsa Alam

A beautiful house reef directly off Marsa Alam with a diverse mix of hard and soft corals. The reef edge drops to over 40 m, offering encounters with Napoleon wrasse, turtles and occasional whitetip reef sharks. The shallow area is excellent for snorkellers and beginners.

Site Information

  • Depth: 5–40 m
  • Difficulty: beginner
  • Site type: reef
  • Current: Mild currents
  • Best time: Year-round
  • Region: Egypt

Highlights

  • House reef
  • Napoleon wrasse
  • Turtles
  • Soft corals

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