

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Nilson Reef is a boat-access site located in Abu Dabbab, offering a varied reef structure composed of hard and soft corals. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 2 to 18 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 15 and 19 metres. The site is accessible year-round and is also suitable for night dives. Typical dive times are around 50 minutes. As conditions vary, confirm boat schedules and equipment requirements with your local operator before planning your visit.
25.31830, 34.75500
Night diving at Nilson Reef rewards patient observers, as moray eels and scorpion fish are far more active after dark. Confirm current boat schedules and available equipment with your operator before you go, as facilities vary.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
15-19m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers due to the manageable, mild currents.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the reef.
Yes, the site is suitable for night dives.
Diving at Nilson Reef in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Nilson Reef in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Divers at Nilson Reef in Marsa Alam should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Nilson Reef in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Nilson Reef in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 15 metres to 19 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.