Erg Gubar

# Erg Gubar Dive Site

Erg Gubar is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Marsa Alam along Egypt’s Red Sea coast. This site features dramatic underwater topography with sandy slopes and rocky formations that descend to depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, accommodating both intermediate and advanced divers.

The site is renowned for its vibrant marine biodiversity. Divers encounter schools of fusiliers, snappers, and trevally, while larger pelagic species including reef sharks and occasionally manta rays frequent deeper waters. The rocky outcrops provide habitat for moray eels, groupers, and colorful reef fish. Coral formations display healthy growth with soft and hard corals creating stunning visual landscapes.

Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 25 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. The currents at Erg Gubar can be moderate to strong, making it suitable for experienced divers seeking dynamic diving experiences.

This Red Sea site represents an exceptional opportunity to explore the region’s rich marine ecosystems and geological formations.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Purpurcapsula rubramaculosa Purpurcapsula rubramaculosa pam-piombino

Pickhandle Barracuda Sphyraena jello gbohne

Red-spotted Lizard Mesalina rubropunctata gebrilnader

Red Sea Redbreasted Wrasse Cheilinus quinquecinctus izzymbusy

Sixline Wrasse Pseudocheilinus hexataenia verfrexxener

Arabian Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi martinatichackova

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)