

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Sataya Reef is a large reef system located within the Fury Shoal area of Egypt. This site features a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography, with depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Marine life commonly observed includes bluespotted fantail rays and various wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include giant morays, Indian lionfish, pufferfish, twoband anemonefish, groupers, and cauliflower coral. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners. Night diving is available, with typical dives lasting 60 minutes.
24.16740, 35.70280
Best paired with an overnight liveaboard for two-day access.
Day-trip access is a 2 to 2.5 hour crossing each way from Hamata harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Divers frequently encounter bluespotted fantail rays and wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include giant morays, Indian lionfish, pufferfish, twoband anemonefish, groupers, and cauliflower coral.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and an average depth of 12 metres.
The depth range at this site is 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Sataya Reef is located 10 kilometres from the shore and requires boat access.
Hazards include boat traffic, deep sections, sharks, sharp coral, and the potential for strong currents.
Diving at Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sataya Reef in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.