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Top Diving & Snorkeling Spots

This collection highlights premier underwater sites in the Southern Red Sea, ranging from the remote reefs of Zabargad Island to the accessible shores of Marsa Alam. It features notable maritime history, including the Soviet surveillance ship Khanka and the shallow freighter Hamada. These locations are characterized by diverse topographies, such as the steep walls of Turbo Reef, the intricate swim-throughs of Maheleg, and the submerged coral pinnacles of Habili Zabargad, which support a variety of pelagic fish and vibrant coral ecosystems.

Top Diving & Snorkeling Spots – Mapa

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Turbo

A deep-water reef featuring steep vertical walls and frequent sightings of pelagic species, including reef sharks, tuna, and barracuda.

B

Hamada

A 65-meter freighter that sank in 1993 near Abu Ghosoun. It lies on its side at a shallow depth of 15 meters, making it accessible for both scuba divers and snorkelers.

C

Neptuna

A shipwreck located off the coast of Zabargad Island, often explored in conjunction with other nearby wrecks and the island's steep reef slopes.

D

Khanka

Commonly known as the Russian Wreck, this former Soviet surveillance vessel sits upright on the seabed at a depth of approximately 24 meters near Zabargad Island.

E

East Point

A dive site on the eastern side of Zabargad Island featuring a reef slope and a plateau known for sightings of large groupers and hawksbill turtles.

F

Big Stone

A diving location near Zabargad Island characterized by massive coral formations and high biodiversity of both hard and soft corals.

G

Zabargad Jetty

A shallow dive site located near the ruins of Zabargad’s historic peridot mines, offering easy access to sheltered coral gardens.

H

Ducks Diving

A dive center based in Marsa Alam providing guided access to local house reefs and offshore sites known for dugongs and sea turtles.

I

South Point

Located at the southern tip of Zabargad Island, this site features a dramatic wall drop-off and currents that attract schools of large pelagic fish.

J

Soug Bahar

A reef site near El Quseir known for its shallow coral gardens and diverse macro life, including various species of nudibranchs and pipefish.

K

Maheleg

A sheltered reef near Marsa Alam featuring a series of swim-throughs, small caves, and a plateau densely covered in hard corals.

L

Sham Fugami

A reef system characterized by large coral pillars and a sandy bottom, frequently inhabited by blue-spotted rays and crocodilefish.

M

Habili Zabargad

A submerged reef pinnacle near Zabargad Island that stays below the surface, featuring dense soft coral growth and high concentrations of reef fish.

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Diving.de Akassia

A dive center at the Akassia Swiss Resort featuring a house reef with a direct jetty entry into a deep wall dive.