Shaab Shehr

# Shaab Shehr Dive Site

Shaab Shehr is a premier reef system located in Qesm Safaga, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This Indian Ocean dive site offers stunning coral formations and abundant marine biodiversity ideal for intermediate to advanced divers.

Divers explore pristine hard and soft coral gardens featuring vibrant table corals, branching acropora, and dense coral walls. The reef slopes gradually to depths of 20-40 meters, accommodating various skill levels while challenging experienced divers.

Marine life encounters include colorful reef fish species, parrotfish, groupers, snappers, and rays. The site frequently hosts pelagic visitors including sharks and barracuda, particularly during optimal seasonal conditions.

Clear Red Sea waters provide excellent visibility, typically 15-25 meters, creating ideal conditions for underwater photography and observation. Strong current conditions occasionally occur, making proper buoyancy control essential.

Shaab Shehr delivers exceptional coral coverage, diverse fish populations, and dramatic reef topography characteristic of Safaga’s world-class diving destinations, making it a must-visit site for Red Sea enthusiasts.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Green Damselfish Amblyglyphidodon indicus lovelyclemmy

Crescent-tail Bigeye Priacanthus hamrur francoislibert

Emperor Angelfish Pomacanthus imperator lovelyclemmy

Pyjama Slug Chromodoris quadricolor lovelyclemmy

Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus rbordax

Diana's Hogfish Bodianus diana lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)