

Best for intermediate divers, 15-36m, boat entry, mild current.
Torfet Zeyad is a boat-access site featuring a combination of reef, drop-off, and pinnacle topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, and currents are generally mild. Due to the depth profile, this site is suited for intermediate divers who can manage bottom time and nitrogen levels. Surface boat traffic requires the use of a surface marker buoy during ascent. Divers should avoid contact with the reef to prevent injury from sharp coral and sea urchins. Typical dive duration is 45 minutes.
25.51693, 34.65210
Ask your guide to take you to the pinnacle early in the dive while you have the most bottom time and clearest head, as the deeper sections carry a real nitrogen narcosis risk. Keep an eye on the blue water around the drop-off for passing sharks, which can appear without warning.
shore dive
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-36m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 15 to 36 metres and the requirement for careful nitrogen management.
Torfet Zeyad is a boat-only site; a boat charter is required to reach the location.
The average depth at this site is 25 metres, with a maximum depth of 36 metres.
Water temperatures range from 22C in April to 29C in August.
Hazards include boat traffic at the surface, potential for strong currents at depth, and risks associated with deep diving such as nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Torfet Zeyad in Marsa Alam & the Deep South requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Torfet Zeyad in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Torfet Zeyad in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.