

Best for advanced divers, 20-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Jira Daedalus is a demanding wall and drift dive located 90 kilometres from the shore of Marsa Alam. The site features a vertical wall dropping to depths between 20 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 20 to 30 metres. Due to strong and unpredictable currents, this site is strictly for advanced divers. Boat access is required, and boat cover must be maintained throughout the 50-minute dive. Divers should monitor air and bottom time closely, as currents can shift direction and intensity without warning. Sharks are present at this location, requiring calm movement and controlled behaviour from all divers.
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Brief your divemaster thoroughly on current conditions before descending, as the drift can shift direction and intensity quickly at this site. Boat cover is essential throughout the dive, not just at entry and exit.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is strictly for advanced divers due to the significant depth and strong, unpredictable currents.
The wall drops into 20 to 40 metres of water, with an average depth of 35 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site located 90 kilometres from the shore, and boat cover is essential for the duration of the dive.
The main hazards include deep water reaching 40 metres, strong and shifting currents, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at جيرة ديدلاس in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at جيرة ديدلاس in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
جيرة ديدلاس in Marsa Alam can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at جيرة ديدلاس in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.