Shams Alam House Reef is a shore-accessible site located within the Wadi Elgmal area. The topography consists of a combination of coral reef structures and seagrass meadows. With an average depth of 4 metres and a maximum of 6 metres, the site is well-suited for beginners and snorkelers. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C in winter and 31C in late summer. Facilities at the site include parking, equipment rental, a dive shop, and rinse stations. Divers and snorkelers should be aware of sharp coral present throughout the area.

Torfa El Mesheich is a boat-access reef located 500 metres from the shore near Elphinstone Reef. The site features a reef structure that reaches depths of 30 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres. It is suitable for beginners, offering mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area and must use an inflated marker buoy when surfacing. Typical dives last approximately 50 minutes. To ensure the best conditions and avoid heavy vessel traffic, it is recommended to book boat trips for early morning departures.

Shilaniat Wadi Elgmal, located at Elphinstone Reef, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, pinnacle, wall, and drop-off. Divers typically explore this site at depths between 12 and 16 metres. Access is by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners, though moderate currents and surge require careful buoyancy control. Visibility varies from 10 to 30 metres. Hazards include sharp coral, surge, and stonefish, which may be present on rocky surfaces. Night diving is permitted. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, Red Sea Bannerfish, and various angelfish, grouper, and ray species.

Gota Wadi Gamal is a reef and drop-off site located 4000 metres from shore, offering a wall dive that typically ranges between 20 and 35 metres in depth. This site is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents that define the dive profile. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, with dives averaging 50 minutes. Divers should exercise caution regarding stonefish, which are present and well-camouflaged against the substrate. Avoid placing hands or knees on the reef and maintain a safe distance from the wall edge to manage the current effectively.

Gotta Eshta is a reef and pinnacle site located at Elphinstone Reef, Egypt. This site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 7 to 16 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat only. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, though conditions can vary. Currents are generally mild but may strengthen quickly, requiring a pre-dive plan with your guide. Hazards include lionfish and stonefish, which may rest on the reef bottom; maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid touching rocky surfaces. Typical dives last 45 minutes in water temperatures between 23C and 31C.

Dahara at Elphinstone Reef features a diverse underwater topography including a reef, wall, pinnacle, wreck, and artificial reef structure. Located 6000 metres from shore, this site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers. Depths range from 10 to 30 metres with visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Currents are generally mild, though conditions can shift. The site supports night diving, and water temperatures range from 23C to 30C. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, parrotfish, triggerfish, and various groupers. Divers should remain alert for vessel traffic during surface intervals and monitor depth carefully due to the 30-metre maximum.

Marsa Fekera is a reef site located at Elphinstone Reef, Egypt, offering a relaxed environment suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The topography includes shallow seagrass beds, which are ideal for those looking to explore at shallower depths before venturing deeper. Access to the site is by boat only. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally, ranging from 23C in the cooler months to 31C during the summer. It is recommended to check local boat schedules and availability prior to planning a visit.

Torfi is a reef dive located within the Wadi Gamal protected area, offering access from both shore and boat. The site features depths ranging from the shallows down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally manageable, with mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit; wearing protective footwear is recommended. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Facilities including air fills, a dive shop, and boat charters are available to support multiple dives.