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Umm Gamar

Intermediate 📍 Hurghada, Egypt
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# Umm Gamar Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
5m – 40m
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Level
Intermediate
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Current
Moderate
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Best Season
Year-round

Umm Gamar is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This site offers exceptional coral formations and diverse marine ecosystems perfect for divers of various skill levels.

Divers exploring Umm Gamar encounter vibrant coral gardens, dramatic rock formations, and stunning underwater landscapes. The site features both shallow and deeper sections, with depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters, making it accessible for beginners through advanced divers.

The marine life is abundant and colorful, including tropical fish species, rays, reef sharks, and numerous invertebrates thriving among the healthy coral structures. The rich biodiversity and well-preserved reefs create an unforgettable underwater experience.

Umm Gamar is rated as an intermediate to advanced dive site, with currents varying depending on season and location within the site. The underwater topography includes steep drop-offs and coral-covered slopes that provide excellent exploration opportunities.

Located in the pristine Red Sea waters of Egypt’s Qesm Hurghada district, Umm Gamar delivers world-class diving with spectacular visibility and thriving reef ecosystems year-round.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Egyptian Wing Oyster — seen at this dive site
Egyptian Wing Oyster Pteria aegyptiaca maridom
Arabian Picasso Triggerfish — seen at this dive site
Arabian Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi lovelyclemmy
Abudjubbe Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Abudjubbe Wrasse Cheilinus abudjubbe lovelyclemmy
Clown Coris — seen at this dive site
Clown Coris Coris aygula lovelyclemmy
Slingjaw Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Slingjaw Wrasse Epibulus insidiator maridom
Slingjaw Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Slingjaw Wrasse Epibulus insidiator maridom

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 5 m
Difficulty Intermediate
Current Moderate
Best Season Year-round
GPS 27.3510°, 33.9048°