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Ras Mohammed

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# Ras Mohammed Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 80m
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Visibility
20m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Ras Mohammed, located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula near Sharm El Sheikh, is one of Egypt’s premier dive destinations. This protected marine reserve offers exceptional underwater experiences for divers of all levels, with sites suitable for beginners to advanced divers.

Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens, dramatic drop-offs, and pristine reef structures teeming with biodiversity. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 80+ meters, accommodating various skill levels and dive preferences. Strong currents are common, making it ideal for experienced divers seeking drift dives.

Marine life is abundant and diverse, including reef sharks, barracuda, grouper, and colorful schools of tropical fish. Turtles and rays frequently visit the reefs, while macro photography enthusiasts discover nudibranchs and small reef creatures.

Visibility typically exceeds 20 meters, with exceptional clarity during optimal seasons. The combination of healthy coral formations, excellent marine biodiversity, and stunning geological features makes Ras Mohammed a world-class diving destination in the Red Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Ostracion — seen at this dive site
Ostracion Ostracion cystops
White-spotted Puffer — seen at this dive site
White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus mbp349
Steephead Parrotfish — seen at this dive site
Steephead Parrotfish Chlorurus gibbus lakinga
Red Sea Anemonefish — seen at this dive site
Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus cleopatrabrowne
Indian Lionfish — seen at this dive site
Indian Lionfish Pterois miles tuenf
White-spotted Puffer — seen at this dive site
White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus mbp349

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 80 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 20 m
GPS 27.7183°, 34.2565°