Siyul Kebir

# Siyul Kebir Dive Site

Siyul Kebir is a premier dive destination located off Shadwan Island in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea, Egypt. This site offers exceptional diving for intermediate to advanced divers, featuring dramatic underwater topography with reef walls and sandy slopes descending to depths of 40 meters (130 feet).

Divers encounter vibrant coral formations, including hard and soft corals that create stunning visual landscapes. The site hosts abundant marine life, with frequent sightings of reef fish, groupers, snappers, and occasional pelagic species including sharks and rays. The clear waters provide excellent visibility, typically ranging from 20-40 meters depending on conditions.

The underwater terrain includes sheltered coves and deeper drop-offs that create diverse diving experiences. Strong currents can occur, making proper training and experience essential. The site’s proximity to Shadwan Island makes it accessible for both day trips and extended diving adventures.

Siyul Kebir is ideal for photographers and marine enthusiasts seeking dynamic reef ecosystems and diverse wildlife encounters in the Red Sea’s pristine waters.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Ornate Ghostpipefish Solenostomus paradoxus tamsynmann

Bluetail Boxfish Ostracion cyanurus tamsynmann

Spanish Dancer Hexabranchus sanguineus jmturon

Tiger Cardinalfish Cheilodipterus macrodon lovelyclemmy

Purplestreak Parrotfish Chlorurus genazonatus lovelyclemmy

Black-lip Pearl Shell Pinctada margaritifera lovelyclemmy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)