Marsa Alam

Commune · Gouvernorat de la Mer-Rouge, 🇪🇬 Égypte

Population 1 918

Superficie 28 km²

Fuseau horaire Africa/Cairo

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Marsa Alam Essentials

Marsa Alam offers a distinct alternative to busier Red Sea hubs, characterized by the sprawling Wadi El Gemal National Park and world-class diving sites. The region is a primary habitat for rare dugongs and green sea turtles, particularly in Marsa Mares and Hermes Bay. Beyond the coast, the Eastern Desert holds the historic emerald mines of Sikait and the remote Shrine of Imam Shadhili. Underwater highlights include the Sha'ab Samadai dolphin lagoon and the Hamada shipwreck, accessible to both snorkelers and scuba divers.

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Diving and Snorkeling Sites

Explore the southern Red Sea's underwater landscape through a selection of dive sites and professional centers near Marsa Alam and Hamata. This list features the 65-meter Hamada shipwreck, which rests at shallow depths of 5 to 18 meters, and house reefs accessible directly from the shore. These locations provide access to the Fury Shoals reef system, known for its hard coral formations and diverse marine life, supported by specialized diving schools and equipment shops for certifications and guided excursions.

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