Name: Shark Observatory
Address: Egypt

关于 Shark Observatory

Shark Observatory is a prominent wall dive located within the protected waters of Ras Mohammed National Park, marking the southernmost point of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. This site is named after the headland observation point that rises above sea level, offering a dramatic backdrop to the underwater landscape. It's particularly significant as the currents from the Gulf of Suez and the deeper Gulf of Aqaba converge here, enriching the waters with nutrients that sustain a vibrant marine ecosystem. The dive features a sheer coral wall that plunges into deep blue water, characterized by numerous inlets, overhangs, and small cave systems. Sunlight filters through the coral fringing plate above, illuminating the underwater formations. Divers typically begin their exploration by descending to depths between 15 to 20 meters, then follow the wall, scanning the open blue for pelagic species before ascending to shallower depths to conclude the dive. The wall extends far below recreational limits, creating a sense of vastness over the open ocean. The nutrient-rich environment supports a diverse array of marine life. Common sightings include various species of sharks, including pelagic sharks and reef sharks, as well as turtles and barracuda. Whales and whale sharks have also been observed at this location, highlighting its potential for large pelagic encounters, though sightings are never guaranteed. Gorgonian corals also thrive along the reef. Access to Shark Observatory is primarily by boat from Sharm El-Sheikh, usually as part of a two-dive day trip, with the journey taking approximately 50 minutes. The site is generally considered suitable for all levels of divers, but due to potential currents and its open-blue exposure, it is best navigated with a local guide. It's often dived as a drift, requiring confident, current-aware divers, and a surface buoy is recommended for safety.

亮点

穆罕默德角峭壁潜水邂逅远洋鲨鱼陡峭的珊瑚墙悬挑和小洞穴海龟和梭鱼柳珊瑚深蓝断崖

最佳季节

潜水鲨鱼观测站的最佳时间通常是3月至5月以及9月至11月。在这些时间段，能见度通常极佳，水温舒适，是邂逅该潜点丰富海洋生物的理想环境。

潜点资料: Shark Observatory

深度: 15–65 m
水流: 强
入水方式: 船宿或日间船
等级: 中级
潜水类型: 珊瑚礁, 放流, 珊瑚礁, 峭壁
地区 / 港口: 埃及
坐标: 27.7358° N, 34.2023° E

条件与水流

鲨鱼观测站的洋流强度从中等到强烈不等，使其成为一个主流的放流潜点。潜水员入水前必须检查洋流方向，并在需要时使用水面浮标。这个潜点最好在低潮时进行潜水，因为此时的洋流通常更易于控制，但当地向导的专业知识对于正确把握潜水时机至关重要。能见度通常很好，范围在10到30米之间，平均为15米，可以清晰地看到峭壁和远洋生物。没有关于涌流或温跃层的特别说明。考虑到可能出现的强流和其开放的蓝色水域特性，这个潜点最适合那些熟悉洋流、习惯船只入水和放流潜水技巧的潜水员，并且最好有当地经营者提供指导。