

Best for beginner divers, 0-35m, shore entry, mild current.
Port Ghalib Palace is a shore-accessible reef dive located in Abu Dabbab, Egypt. The site features a reef structure extending from the shallows to a maximum depth of 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Suitable for beginners, the site offers a mild current and comfortable water temperatures ranging from 22 to 29 degrees Celsius. Entry is from the shore, though divers should exercise caution due to sharp coral and rocks in the shallows. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a dive shop. For optimal visibility, early morning dives are recommended to take advantage of the light angle.
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The house reef of Port Ghalib is just a few steps from the diving centers.
Located in the Port Ghalib Marina complex. Complimentary transfers are provided from most hotels within 15 to 20 minutes of the area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a mild current and a reef that is accessible from the shore.
The reef ranges from the shallows down to 35 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a shore dive, with entry points located directly from the coast.
Sharp coral and rocks are present near the shore entry point. Divers should move carefully during entry and exit and maintain awareness of their position relative to the reef to avoid accidental contact.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, first aid, a dive shop, and boat charter services.
Diving at Port Ghalib Palace in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Port Ghalib Palace in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.