Mersa Shouna

# Mersa Shouna Dive Site

Mersa Shouna is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Hurghada along Egypt’s Red Sea coast. This accessible site offers depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced divers. The site features vibrant coral formations and dramatic reef structures that create an enchanting underwater landscape.

Divers exploring Mersa Shouna encounter abundant marine life including colorful reef fish, parrotfish, and groupers. The site is known for its healthy coral gardens with both hard and soft corals displaying remarkable biodiversity. Lucky visitors may spot rays and occasionally larger pelagic species patrolling the deeper waters.

The reef’s varied topography provides multiple diving experiences, with sloping coral walls and sandy plateaus. Water visibility typically ranges from 15 to 25 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. The moderate currents make it an ideal training ground while still offering excitement for advanced divers.

Mersa Shouna’s accessibility from Hurghada, combined with its rich coral ecosystems and diverse marine fauna, makes it a favorite among divers seeking authentic Red Sea experiences in a relatively sheltered environment.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Lyretail Anthias Pseudanthias squamipinnis luismartinezartola

Regal Angelfish Pygoplites diacanthus c-k030

Yellowfin Hind Cephalopholis hemistiktos judebirds

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)