

Best for beginner divers, 15-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Batfish Pinnacle is a submerged reef structure located in the Fury Shoal area of Egypt. This site is suitable for beginner divers, offering a straightforward introduction to pinnacle diving at depths between 15 and 24 metres. Divers experience mild currents and consistent visibility of 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic during ascents. The reef features sharp edges and rocky crevices where sea urchins, stonefish, and lionfish may be present. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, parrotfish, angelfish, and various reef-associated fish and invertebrates. Always deploy a safety sausage when surfacing and avoid touching the reef structure.
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Boat traffic around the site can be busy, so always surface with your safety sausage deployed and stay alert when ascending. An early morning departure gives you the best chance of calmer conditions and better light on the reef structure.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-24m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, parrotfish, angelfish, and various reef fish and invertebrates. Divers should be aware of stonefish and lionfish, which may be present in the reef structure.
Yes, Batfish Pinnacle is considered suitable for beginner divers, offering a straightforward profile with mild currents.
The site ranges in depth from 15 to 24 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 15 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Batfish Pinnacle in Marsa Alam & the Deep South requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Batfish Pinnacle in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Divers at Batfish Pinnacle in Marsa Alam & the Deep South should be aware of lionfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Batfish Pinnacle in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Batfish Pinnacle in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.