

Best for beginner divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Sandy Island 1 in Fury Shoal offers a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. This site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres and an average depth of 20 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The reef features sharp coral and rocks, requiring steady buoyancy control to avoid contact. Typical dives last around 50 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 30C throughout the year. The shallower sections of the reef support active hard coral and sponge growth.
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Keep to the shallower sections of the reef where the hard coral and sponge growth is most active and the smaller species like triplefin tend to hang around. Wear gloves if your operator permits them, as the reef edges and rocks are sharp and easy to brush against when you are still getting comfortable with your buoyancy.
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Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable conditions.
The depth ranges from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The reef contains sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain steady buoyancy to avoid drifting into the structure.
Diving at Sandy Island 1 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 Sandy Island 1 in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Sandy Island 1 in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sandy Island 1 in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.