Shabrur Umm Gamar

# Shabrur Umm Gamar Dive Site

Shabrur Umm Gamar is a spectacular dive destination located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This site features dramatic coral formations and reef structures that attract divers of intermediate to advanced skill levels. The dive typically reaches depths of 20-40 meters, making it suitable for experienced divers with proper certification.

Divers exploring this site encounter vibrant hard and soft coral gardens alongside steep drop-offs and canyon formations. The diverse marine ecosystem includes large pelagic species such as groupers, snappers, and occasionally sharks. Smaller reef residents like butterflyfish, parrotfish, and moray eels are commonly spotted among the coral crevices.

Strong currents are typical at this location, requiring solid buoyancy control and experience with drift diving. Visibility generally ranges from 15-30 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. The site’s proximity to Hurghada makes it accessible for day trips and liveaboard expeditions. Shabrur Umm Gamar rewards adventurous divers with exceptional coral biodiversity and exciting marine encounters in the renowned Red Sea diving region.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Egyptian Wing Oyster Pteria aegyptiaca maridom

Arabian Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi lovelyclemmy

Napoleon Wrasse Cheilinus undulatus heliastes21

Abudjubbe Wrasse Cheilinus abudjubbe lovelyclemmy

Clown Coris Coris aygula lovelyclemmy

Slingjaw Wrasse Epibulus insidiator maridom

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)