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St John Reef

Advanced 📍 Red Sea, Egypt
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# St John Reef – Red Sea Diving

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 40m
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Visibility
20m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

St John Reef is a premier diving destination in Egypt’s Red Sea, located in the Qesm Shlatin region. This spectacular reef system offers divers exceptional underwater experiences at depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters, suitable for both intermediate and advanced divers.

The reef features stunning coral formations, including vibrant hard and soft corals that create a colorful underwater landscape. Divers encounter an abundance of marine life, including schools of barracuda, trevally, and snappers, along with rays and occasional sharks patrolling the deeper sections.

The site’s steep drop-offs and strong currents create dynamic diving conditions, making it ideal for experienced divers seeking thrilling drift dives. Visibility typically exceeds 20 meters, providing excellent opportunities for underwater photography.

St John Reef’s pristine ecosystem and diverse marine biodiversity make it a must-visit destination for divers exploring Egypt’s Red Sea. The combination of dramatic topography and rich marine life ensures unforgettable diving adventures in this world-class diving region.

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 20 m
GPS 23.2792°, 35.8141°