

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Sha ab Ini is a reef and drop-off site in the Fury Shoal area, characterised by coral gardens that transition into a wall reaching 30 metres. The reef framework consists of hard, plate, and cabbage corals. Divers typically experience depths between 15 and 30 metres with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Mild currents are common, though surge and swell can develop near the drop-off, requiring careful buoyancy control. This site is suited for intermediate divers. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, butterflyfish, groupers, and moray eels. Boat access is required, with dives typically lasting 50 minutes.
24.21823, 35.59510
Position yourself slightly below the reef edge at 18-20 metres to observe pelagic species approaching from deeper water.
Accessible by boat from the Marsa Alam marina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, diagonal butterflyfish, coral groupers, giant morays, and various nudibranchs.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the drop-off topography and potential for unpredictable surge.
The site features a reef structure that transitions into a drop-off, with depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres and an average depth of 20 metres.
Sha ab Ini is a boat dive located approximately 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with a drop-off reaching 30 metres, and boat access is required.
Diving at Sha ab Ini 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 Sha ab Ini in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Sha ab Ini in Marsa Alam & the Deep South are April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Sha ab Ini in Marsa Alam & the Deep South should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Sha ab Ini in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sha ab Ini in Marsa Alam & the Deep South typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.