

Best for intermediate divers, 12-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Shaab Miran is a reef dive site located near Elphinstone Reef, Egypt. Divers typically explore this site at depths ranging from 12 to 25 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of mild currents. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, often improving in the morning before surface chop develops. Water temperatures are warm, ranging from 23C in the winter months to 31C in August. As a reliable year-round location, it offers a consistent reef environment for those visiting the Marsa Alam region.
24.85280, 34.99712
Plan to work into the current early and return in the lee of the reef.
Boat site accessed from the Marsa Alam-Hamata sector.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as it involves boat access and mild currents.
The typical depth range for this reef site is between 12 and 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this reef site.
The site is divable year-round, with visibility often at its best during the early morning hours.
Diving at Shaab Miran in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shaab Miran in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C.
Divers at Shaab Miran in Marsa Alam 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.
Shaab Miran in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shaab Miran in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.