

Best for intermediate divers, 14-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Shaab Samaka at Elphinstone Reef offers a diverse underwater topography featuring a wall, pinnacle, cave, and drop-off. The site is suited for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 14 to 30 metres and an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, supported by mild currents that assist navigation along the wall. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers should remain vigilant regarding boat traffic at the surface and deploy an SMB before ascent. Sharks are present at this site; maintain proximity to the reef and avoid erratic movements in open water.
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Carry an SMB for blue-water pickup as currents around reef edges can separate teams.
Accessible only by boat from the Marsa Alam-Hamata coast.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-30m
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, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site ranges from 14 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Access is by boat only; boat charters and guided tours are available.
Sharks are present, so stay close to the reef. Additionally, boat traffic is active at the surface, requiring the use of an SMB before ascent.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Shaab Samaka in Marsa Alam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shaab Samaka in Marsa Alam. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Shaab Samaka in Marsa Alam are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shaab Samaka in Marsa Alam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shaab Samaka in Marsa Alam typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.