

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Ras Hankourab is a shore-accessible reef in Marsa Alam, Egypt, suitable for beginners. The site features a gentle depth range of 2 to 20 metres with an average of 12 metres and mild currents. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers can encounter wrasses, which are very common, alongside uncommon species including Titan Triggerfish, Regal Angelfish, Lunartail Grouper, Twoband Anemonefish, Unicornfish, Porcupinefish, Freckled Hawkfish, Red Sea Bannerfish, Sling-jaw Wrasse, Pufferfish, Melon Butterflyfish, and Blue Triggerfish. Sharp coral and rocks are present at the entry point, so sturdy water shoes are recommended. Guided tours are available to assist with navigating the reef and locating specific marine life.
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Wear thick-soled water shoes for the shore entry, as the reef edge has sharp coral and rocks that can catch you off guard in shallow water. Guided tours are available on site, and for first-timers especially, a local guide will know exactly where to find the harder-to-spot species like stargazers and conger eels.
Located inside the Wadi El Gimal National Park.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Wrasses are very common here. You may also encounter uncommon species such as Titan Triggerfish, Regal Angelfish, Lunartail Grouper, Twoband Anemonefish, Unicornfish, Porcupinefish, Freckled Hawkfish, Red Sea Bannerfish, Sling-jaw Wrasse, Pufferfish, Melon Butterflyfish, and Blue Triggerfish.
Yes, Ras Hankourab is well-suited for beginners due to its gentle depth range and mild currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a shore-access site. Be aware that sharp coral and rocks are present at the entry point, so sturdy water shoes are necessary.
Yes, Ras Hankourab is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Diving at Ras Hankourab in Marsa Alam & the Deep South requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ras Hankourab in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C.
Ras Hankourab in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ras Hankourab in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.