

Best for advanced divers, 6-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Habili Ali is a remote reef located in Saint Johns, Egypt, requiring boat access due to its position 44 kilometres from the shore. This site features a wall and drop-off topography, with depths ranging from 6 to 40 metres and an average depth of 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for strong currents and potential surf conditions. Given the depth and current, this site is suitable for advanced divers only. Visibility at the site varies between 10 and 40 metres. Typical dives last approximately 50 minutes. As a deep, offshore location, it demands careful planning and experience in challenging marine environments.
23.41330, 35.70120
The eastern tip of the reef serves as a cleaning station where grey reef sharks gather in the current.
Exclusively visited by liveaboard safari vessels departing from Marsa Alam or Port Ghalib.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-40m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-32°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the significant depths, strong currents, and offshore location.
The site ranges from 6 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Habili Ali is a boat-only dive site located 44 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 23C in February to 32C in August.
Divers should be prepared for deep water, strong currents, and surf conditions.
Diving at Habili Ali in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Habili Ali in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C.
The best months to visit Habili Ali in Marsa Alam are April, May, June, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.