El Makluf

# El Makluf Dive Site

El Makluf is a scenic reef dive site located in Qesm Al Qoseir, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This destination offers an excellent exploration of pristine Red Sea coral formations and marine biodiversity.

Divers encounter vibrant hard and soft coral gardens, including acropora and table corals that create stunning underwater landscapes. The reef supports diverse marine life including colorful reef fish, groupers, snappers, and occasional pelagic species such as jacks and trevally. Sea turtles and moray eels are frequently spotted among the coral formations.

El Makluf features depths ranging from 6 to 40 meters, making it accessible for divers of varying experience levels. The site is generally considered intermediate difficulty, with moderate currents that can vary depending on conditions and season.

Clear water visibility typically exceeds 20 meters, providing excellent underwater photography opportunities. The site’s well-preserved reef ecosystem and abundance of marine life make El Makluf a rewarding choice for recreational diving in the Egyptian Red Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Yellowfin Hind Cephalopholis hemistiktos lovelyclemmy

Hawksbill Sea Turtle Eretmochelys imbricata claudimaus

Red Sea Raccoon Butterflyfish Chaetodon fasciatus noahcole88

Green Sea Turtle Chelonia mydas tomheijnen

Fluted Giant Clam Tridacna squamosa tomheijnen

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)