Dorla El Fanus West

# Dorla El Fanus West

Dorla El Fanus West is a popular dive site located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This reef dive offers intermediate to advanced divers an excellent exploration opportunity in the Red Sea’s vibrant underwater ecosystem.

The site features impressive coral formations and rocky outcrops that create a dynamic reef structure. Divers encounter abundant marine life including colorful reef fish, angelfish, butterflyfish, and various species of rays and sharks. The area’s rich biodiversity showcases the Red Sea’s renowned coral gardens and thriving fish populations.

Depths typically range from 15 to 40 meters, making it suitable for experienced divers. The site’s varying topography and current conditions require moderate to good diving skills and experience with deeper water exploration.

Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 20 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the vibrant coral formations and marine wildlife. Dorla El Fanus West provides an authentic Red Sea diving experience with diverse marine habitats and consistent encounters with the region’s most iconic reef species.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Hawksbill Sea Turtle Eretmochelys imbricata hurtiii

Toothed Top Shell Tectus dentatus anarid

Sohal Surgeonfish Acanthurus sohal tezetto

Arabian Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi ruseva

Big Auger Oxymeris maculata anarid

White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus nara_kruger

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)