

Best for beginner divers, 7m, shore entry, mild current.
House Reef at Elphinstone Reef in Egypt is a shore-entry site featuring a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. Divers can expect an average depth of 7 metres with mild currents and visibility ranging between 15 and 20 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive times around 60 minutes. Facilities available on-site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a dive shop offering air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, Whitetip Reef Shark, Crocodilefish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, and various wrasses.
24.96270, 34.93630
Use a surface marker buoy on ascent and stay within marked lanes due to boat and jetty traffic.
Resort house reef dived as a shore or jetty dive.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
7m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, Whitetip Reef Shark, Crocodilefish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, and various wrasses.
Yes, House Reef is suitable for beginner divers.
The average depth at this site is 7 metres.
Yes, House Reef is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral present at the site.
Diving at House Reef in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near House Reef in Marsa Alam. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at House Reef in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit House Reef in Marsa Alam are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
House Reef in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at House Reef in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 15 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.