Shaab Petra

# Shaab Petra Dive Site

Shaab Petra is a premier reef dive site located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt. This shallow to moderate reef formation offers excellent diving conditions suitable for all skill levels, with depths ranging from 5 to 25 meters. The site features stunning coral gardens, including vibrant soft corals and hard coral formations that create a colorful underwater landscape.

Divers encounter abundant marine life typical of Red Sea reefs, including schools of fusiliers, snappers, and groupers. Sea turtles and rays are frequently spotted gliding through the water. The reef’s intricate structure provides excellent opportunities to observe nudibranchs, moray eels, and octopuses hiding in crevices.

The site’s gentle slopes and excellent visibility make it ideal for both recreational and novice divers. The shallow depths allow for extended bottom time, while the rich biodiversity keeps experienced divers equally engaged. Shaab Petra’s accessible location near Hurghada makes it a popular choice for day trips and offers consistent year-round diving conditions in the Red Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Indian Sailfin Tang Zebrasoma desjardinii gernotkunz

Regal Angelfish Pygoplites diacanthus gernotkunz

Linedcheek Wrasse Oxycheilinus digramma gernotkunz

Red Sea Clearfin Lionfish Pteropterus cinctus gernotkunz

Lyretail Anthias Pseudanthias squamipinnis gernotkunz

Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus gernotkunz

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)