Shaab Abu Nugar

# Shaab Abu Nugar Dive Site

Shaab Abu Nugar is a stunning reef dive site located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This popular destination offers divers an exceptional underwater experience with pristine coral formations and abundant marine biodiversity. The site features vibrant hard and soft corals in excellent condition, creating a colorful backdrop for exploration.

Divers encounter a rich variety of marine life including reef fish, jacks, snappers, groupers, and occasional pelagic species. The reef structure provides natural channels and walls that appeal to divers of varying experience levels. Depths typically range from 12 to 40 meters, accommodating both recreational and advanced divers.

The site is rated as intermediate difficulty, suitable for certified divers with some experience in reef diving. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 20-30 meters, making it ideal for photography and observation. Shaab Abu Nugar’s combination of healthy coral ecosystems, diverse marine life, and accessible depths makes it a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts exploring the Red Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Swarthy Parrotfish Scarus niger lovelyclemmy

Broomtail Wrasse Cheilinus lunulatus lovelyclemmy

Exquisite Butterflyfish Chaetodon austriacus lovelyclemmy

White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus magistermichel

Geometric Moray Gymnothorax griseus martijn_postmus

Scissortail Sergeant Abudefduf sexfasciatus lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)