

Best for beginner divers, 3-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Abu Nawas Garden at Elphinstone Reef is a beginner-friendly site offering a combination of reef and wall topography. Divers typically experience mild currents, making this an accessible drift dive. Depths range from 3 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres, providing flexibility for different skill levels. Visibility is generally good, ranging between 20 and 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks throughout the site, maintaining a safe distance to avoid contact. The site is supported by local facilities including air fills, guided tours, and changing rooms.
25.23790, 34.79710
Take a guided tour on your first visit so your guide can point out the best sections of the wall and help you navigate the drift. The on-site dive shop handles air fills, so there is no need to travel with full tanks.
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Depth
3-25m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is considered beginner-friendly, offering mild currents and a range of depths from 3 to 25 metres.
Access to Abu Nawas Garden is by boat only.
The average depth at Abu Nawas Garden is 5 metres, with a maximum depth of 25 metres.
The site contains sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain a safe distance from the reef and avoid touching or kneeling on any surfaces.
Yes, the on-site dive shop provides air fills and guided tours.
Diving at Abu Nawas Garden in Abo Nawas Housereef requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Abu Nawas Garden in Abo Nawas Housereef typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Abu Nawas Garden in Abo Nawas Housereef typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.