The 7 Pinnacles

# The 7 Pinnacles, Dahab

The 7 Pinnacles is a spectacular dive site located in Dahab, Sinai, within the Gulf of Aqaba. This intermediate to advanced dive features seven distinctive rock formations rising from the sandy bottom, creating a dramatic underwater landscape. Divers descend to depths between 40-65 meters, making it suitable for experienced divers with proper certification.

The site showcases vibrant coral gardens surrounding each pinnacle, teeming with Red Sea marine life. Expect encounters with schools of fusiliers, snappers, and groupers, along with occasional pelagic species including barracuda and sharks. The pinnacles support diverse coral species and small reef fish in their crevices.

Strong currents are common at this location, requiring good buoyancy control and experience. Visibility typically ranges from 20-40 meters, depending on conditions. The unique formation of seven distinct structures makes navigation straightforward, though the depth demands careful air management and adherence to safety protocols.

The 7 Pinnacles remains one of Dahab’s most thrilling dive experiences for qualified divers seeking adventure in Egypt’s premier diving destination.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Flashlight Fish Photoblepharon steinitzi andrey_ryanskiy

Ornate Mastigure Uromastyx ornata nicolasmartinez

blotched nerite Nerita albicilla ajott

Pyjama Slug Chromodoris quadricolor lilianjj

Red Sea Clearfin Lionfish Pteropterus cinctus martin_the_mako_kostal

Flappy Snake-Eel Phyllophichthus xenodontus andrey_ryanskiy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)