

Best for beginner divers, 3-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Ras Um Halg is a reef site located off Abu Dabbab, Egypt, accessible only by boat. The topography features a reef wall with depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 22 to 30 degrees Celsius. Due to the presence of boat traffic in the area, divers must deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. Maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the sharp coral and rocks present across the reef structure.
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Keep a good distance from the reef throughout your dive, as the coral and rocks are sharp and boat traffic operates in the area. Stay aware of your surroundings near the surface when ascending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-20m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners due to the gentle nature of the reef and the manageable depths.
The site features depths ranging from 3 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive located 10 kilometres from the shore, and a boat is required to access the site.
Hazards include boat traffic, which requires the use of a surface marker buoy, and sharp coral and rocks that can cause cuts if touched.
Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, a dive shop, boat charter, and guided tours.
Diving at Ras Um Halg in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Ras Um Halg in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ras Um Halg in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.