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Abu Makadi Middle

Intermediate 📍 Hurghada, Egypt
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# Abu Makadi Middle Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 40m
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Visibility
20m
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Level
Intermediate

Abu Makadi Middle is a premier diving destination in Qesm Safaga, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. Located in the Indian Ocean’s Red Sea region, this site offers exceptional underwater experiences for divers of varying skill levels.

The dive features a dramatic reef structure with vibrant coral formations and scattered rock pinnacles. Divers typically encounter depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced divers. The site’s moderate difficulty is manageable for experienced recreational divers.

Marine life is abundant at Abu Makadi Middle, including colorful reef fish, Napoleon wrasses, groupers, and occasional sightings of sharks and rays. The healthy coral ecosystem supports diverse species throughout the dive.

Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 20 meters, providing ideal conditions for underwater photography. The site’s unique topography creates interesting swim-throughs and natural channels, offering both exploration and safety for divers navigating the reef structure.

Abu Makadi Middle remains a favorite among Red Sea divers seeking pristine reefs and rich biodiversity.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Masked Puffer — seen at this dive site
Masked Puffer Arothron diadematus insektograf
Phyllidiopsis dautzenbergi — seen at this dive site
Phyllidiopsis dautzenbergi Phyllidiopsis dautzenbergi hsini_lin
Yellow Fan-fingered Gecko — seen at this dive site
Yellow Fan-fingered Gecko Ptyodactylus hasselquistii alexandraloikova
Regal Angelfish — seen at this dive site
Regal Angelfish Pygoplites diacanthus oscarhopgood
Diamondback Squid — seen at this dive site
Diamondback Squid Thysanoteuthis rhombus aubewohner
Doublebar Bream — seen at this dive site
Doublebar Bream Acanthopagrus bifasciatus andrewdeacon

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Intermediate
Visibility 20 m
GPS 26.9948°, 33.9058°