Ras Um Hesiwa

# Ras Um Hesiwa Dive Site

Ras Um Hesiwa is a premier diving destination located off Safaga in Egypt’s Red Sea. This stunning reef system offers depths ranging from 5 to 40+ meters, making it suitable for both recreational and advanced divers.

The site features dramatic coral formations, pristine hard and soft corals, and vibrant coral gardens that attract diverse marine life. Divers encounter schools of trevally, barracuda, grouper, and snappers, along with eagle rays and occasionally reef sharks patrolling the deeper sections.

The underwater topography includes steep drop-offs and coral-covered walls teeming with smaller species like nudibranchs, lionfish, and damselfish. The abundance of macro life makes it equally rewarding for photography enthusiasts.

Difficulty ranges from moderate to advanced, depending on depth and current conditions. While shallow areas suit beginners, deeper sections and stronger currents require experience. Visibility typically exceeds 20 meters, with optimal conditions from May to October.

Ras Um Hesiwa exemplifies the Red Sea’s legendary underwater biodiversity, making it an essential site for serious divers exploring Egypt’s coastal treasures.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Cyclops Frillgoby Bathygobius cyclopterus andrey_ryanskiy

Indian Sailfin Tang Zebrasoma desjardinii daymaorg

Houndfish Tylosurus crocodilus zanskar

Klunzinger's Wrasse Thalassoma rueppellii lindernia-w

Red Sea Goatfish Parupeneus forsskali substanz

Marbled Snake Eel Callechelys marmorata daymaorg

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)