Little Reef

# Little Reef Dive Site

Little Reef is a scenic dive destination located in Qesm Shlatin, Red Sea Governorate, offering accessible underwater exploration in Egypt’s renowned Red Sea region. This site features colorful coral formations and vibrant reef structures suitable for divers of varying experience levels.

The reef showcases diverse marine life including tropical fish species, small reef inhabitants, and abundant coral gardens. Divers can expect to encounter schools of reef fish, nudibranchs, and crustaceans while exploring the intricate coral landscape.

Typical depths range from 5 to 25 meters, making Little Reef an excellent choice for recreational diving. The site’s moderate difficulty rating suits both intermediate and advanced beginners, with good visibility conditions during optimal seasons.

The shallow upper sections provide ideal training opportunities, while deeper portions offer more challenging exploration for experienced divers. Gentle currents and clear waters characterize this Indian Ocean location, making it a popular choice for those seeking authentic Red Sea coral reef experiences without extreme technical requirements.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Two-spot Red Snapper Lutjanus bohar tmenut

Sulfur Damsel Pomacentrus sulfureus tmenut

Crescent-tail Bigeye Priacanthus hamrur tmenut

Sixspot Glidergoby Valenciennea sexguttata tmenut

Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus tmenut

Zebra Angelfish Genicanthus caudovittatus tmenut

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)