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Sharm El Naga Housereef

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# Sharm El Naga Housereef

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 25m
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Level
Beginner
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Current
〜 Mild

Discover the vibrant Sharm El Naga Housereef, a premier diving destination in Qesm Safaga, Red Sea, Egypt. This accessible housereef offers an ideal entry point for divers of all levels, descending to depths between 5-25 meters (16-82 feet), making it perfect for beginners and recreational divers.

The reef features stunning coral formations and diverse marine biodiversity characteristic of the Red Sea. Divers encounter colorful reef fish, including groupers, snappers, and parrotfish, alongside encounters with rays and occasional small sharks. The housereef’s shallow sections showcase vibrant hard and soft corals teeming with invertebrate life.

With moderate difficulty and excellent visibility typical of Red Sea waters, Sharm El Naga provides an enriching underwater experience without requiring extensive experience. The reef’s proximity to shore makes it convenient for multiple daily dives. The site’s healthy coral ecosystem and abundant aquatic life create memorable encounters throughout the water column.

Ideal for certification courses, recreational diving, and underwater photography.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Cyclops Frillgoby — seen at this dive site
Cyclops Frillgoby Bathygobius cyclopterus andrey_ryanskiy
Indian Sailfin Tang — seen at this dive site
Indian Sailfin Tang Zebrasoma desjardinii daymaorg
Houndfish — seen at this dive site
Houndfish Tylosurus crocodilus zanskar
Klunzinger's Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Klunzinger's Wrasse Thalassoma rueppellii lindernia-w
Red Sea Goatfish — seen at this dive site
Red Sea Goatfish Parupeneus forsskali substanz
Tessellate Cone — seen at this dive site
Tessellate Cone Conus tessulatus dawudbattisha

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 25 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Beginner
Current Mild
GPS 26.8982°, 33.9639°