Shaab Quais

# Shaab Quais Dive Site

Shaab Quais is a premier reef dive site located in Qesm Marsa Alam within Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate. This scenic dive destination features impressive coral formations and vibrant marine ecosystems typical of the Red Sea.

The site showcases healthy coral gardens, including hard and soft corals that attract diverse marine life. Divers commonly encounter colorful reef fish, napoleon wrasse, groupers, and occasionally larger pelagic species. The clear Red Sea waters provide excellent visibility for underwater exploration and photography.

Shaab Quais typically reaches depths of 12-40 meters (40-130 feet), making it suitable for intermediate to advanced divers. The moderate current conditions and reef structure offer engaging exploration opportunities while maintaining manageable safety parameters. The site’s varying depths and topography accommodate divers at different skill levels.

Ideal for liveaboard trips and day excursions from Marsa Alam, Shaab Quais combines natural beauty with reliable marine biodiversity. The protected reef environment and stable conditions make it a favorite among Red Sea diving operators seeking quality diving experiences.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Indian Lionfish Pterois miles francescocecere

Surge Wrasse Thalassoma purpureum pavel51

Red-spotted Lizard Mesalina rubropunctata gebrilnader

Red Sea Redbreasted Wrasse Cheilinus quinquecinctus izzymbusy

Green Damselfish Amblyglyphidodon indicus darcy208

Checkerboard Wrasse Halichoeres hortulanus martinatichackova

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)