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Shaab Claude

Intermediate/Advanced 📍 Hurghada, Egypt
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# Shaab Claude Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 40m
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Visibility
22m
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Level
Intermediate/Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Shaab Claude is a renowned reef system located in Qesm Safaga, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This spectacular dive site features pristine coral formations and dramatic underwater topography, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced divers. The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 40+ meters, accommodating various skill levels and diving preferences.

Divers exploring Shaab Claude encounter vibrant hard and soft coral gardens teeming with diverse marine life. Common sightings include reef sharks, groupers, jacks, and schools of colorful fish. The site’s unique rock formations and coral structures create excellent opportunities for underwater photography and exploration.

The reef’s strong currents contribute to abundant fish life and healthy coral ecosystems, though drift diving skills are beneficial. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 meters, depending on seasonal conditions. The site’s combination of healthy coral, diverse marine biodiversity, and challenging terrain makes Shaab Claude a must-visit destination for experienced divers seeking authentic Red Sea diving experiences.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Masked Butterflyfish — seen at this dive site
Masked Butterflyfish Chaetodon semilarvatus francoislibert
Green Damselfish — seen at this dive site
Green Damselfish Amblyglyphidodon indicus lovelyclemmy
Crescent-tail Bigeye — seen at this dive site
Crescent-tail Bigeye Priacanthus hamrur francoislibert
Small Giant Clam — seen at this dive site
Small Giant Clam Tridacna maxima kattttrin
Emperor Angelfish — seen at this dive site
Emperor Angelfish Pomacanthus imperator lovelyclemmy
Pyjama Slug — seen at this dive site
Pyjama Slug Chromodoris quadricolor lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Intermediate/Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 22 m
GPS 26.6527°, 34.0689°