Um Magawish

# Um Magawish Dive Site

Um Magawish is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt. This exceptional reef system offers divers breathtaking underwater landscapes featuring pristine coral formations and dramatic drop-offs that create an unforgettable diving experience.

The site is renowned for its abundant marine life, including colorful reef fish, graceful sea turtles, rays, and occasional shark sightings. The healthy coral gardens showcase vibrant hard and soft corals teeming with tropical species, making it an ideal spot for marine enthusiasts and photographers.

Depths at Um Magawish typically range from 5 to 40 meters, accommodating both intermediate and advanced divers. The site features varying difficulty levels depending on chosen routes, with some sections suitable for experienced divers seeking deeper exploration and others accessible to intermediate divers.

Strong currents are common, requiring solid diving skills and proper buoyancy control. The clear waters and excellent visibility make navigation straightforward, while the diverse topography ensures engaging dives for repeat visitors. Um Magawish remains a must-visit destination in the Red Sea for its combination of spectacular scenery, rich biodiversity, and challenging diving conditions.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Indian Sailfin Tang Zebrasoma desjardinii gernotkunz

Regal Angelfish Pygoplites diacanthus gernotkunz

Linedcheek Wrasse Oxycheilinus digramma gernotkunz

Red Sea Clearfin Lionfish Pteropterus cinctus gernotkunz

Lyretail Anthias Pseudanthias squamipinnis gernotkunz

Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus gernotkunz

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)