

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Habili Dawoud is a reef and pinnacle site located at Elphinstone Reef, Egypt. The site features beginner-friendly depths ranging from 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Divers access the site by boat. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The topography consists of hard coral structures that require careful navigation. Divers should remain mindful of surge and swell near the pinnacle, which can push swimmers toward sharp coral. A typical dive lasts approximately 45 minutes. The site is suitable for beginners, though buoyancy control is essential to avoid contact with the reef surface.
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If a current is present, descend in the north to drift along the reef.
Located 550 metres from the southern tip of Shaab Marsa Alam. Accessible by RIB from moorings at Shaab Marsa Alam, taking about 10 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site features hard coral structures that host various reef fish and invertebrates. Divers may encounter frogfish, nudibranchs, mantis shrimp, pipefish, angelfish, gobies, blennies, and grouper.
Yes, Habili Dawoud is considered a beginner-friendly site due to its manageable depths of 10 to 15 metres and mild currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to Habili Dawoud is by boat only.
Divers should watch for surge and swell near the pinnacle, which can push you into sharp coral. Maintaining controlled buoyancy and a safe distance from the reef is recommended.
Diving at Habili Dawoud in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Habili Dawoud in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C.
Habili Dawoud in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Habili Dawoud in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.