

Best for advanced divers, 25-50m, boat entry, strong current.
Rocky Island is an advanced-only site located in deep water off Saint Johns. The topography consists of steep walls and reef structures, with depths ranging from 25 to 50 metres. Divers must be prepared for strong currents, which necessitate careful planning and a drift dive strategy. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the depth and current, this site requires advanced certification and precise gas management. Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Coral Grouper, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Day Octopus, Whitetip Reef Shark, and Indian Lionfish. Boat access is required, and the use of a surface marker buoy is essential for safety.
23.56585, 36.24463
Plan your dive around the current direction and brief with your guide beforehand, as conditions at Rocky Island can shift and a drift in the wrong direction at this depth leaves little margin for error. Boat drift dives here require a surface marker buoy and a skipper who knows the site well.
Accessible by liveaboard boats departing from Hurghada or Marsa Alam.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-50m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Emperor Angelfish, Coral Grouper, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Day Octopus, Whitetip Reef Shark, and Indian Lionfish.
No, Rocky Island is strictly for advanced divers due to the deep water, strong currents, and technical nature of the wall dives.
The site features depths ranging from 25 to 50 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 60 kilometres from the shore.
No, this site is intended for advanced scuba diving due to the significant depths and strong currents.
The main hazards include deep water, strong currents, and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain calm movement and manage gas carefully.
Diving at Rocky island in Offshore Red Sea requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rocky island in Offshore Red Sea. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Rocky island in Offshore Red Sea are March, April, May, June, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Rocky island in Offshore Red Sea can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Rocky island in Offshore Red Sea typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.