

Best for intermediate divers, 18-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Zabargad is a reef dive located in the Saint Johns area of Egypt. Access is by boat, and the site is suited to intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents. Working depths range from 18 to 25 metres, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should plan their route to work with the current when returning to the boat. Species recorded around this area include emperor angelfish, day octopus, whitetip reef sharks, bluespotted fantail rays, Indian lionfish, coral grouper, various wrasses, elongate clams, banded coral shrimp, bluespine unicornfish, peacock-tail anemone shrimp, rock cod, and triggerfish.
23.60403, 36.21295
With moderate current in play, plan your dive to start into the current so you work back to the boat with the flow rather than against it. Check locally for up-to-date conditions before heading out, as current strength can vary.
Accessible only by liveaboard boat, located 70 km off the coast of Egypt.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-31°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include emperor angelfish, day octopus, whitetip reef sharks, bluespotted fantail rays, Indian lionfish, coral grouper, wrasses, elongate clams, banded coral shrimp, bluespine unicornfish, peacock-tail anemone shrimp, rock cod, and triggerfish.
No, this site is best suited to intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents.
The working depths at this reef site range from 18 to 25 metres.
Access to Zabargad is by boat only.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 24C and 31C throughout the year. Moderate currents are common.
Diving at Zabargad in Offshore Red Sea requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Zabargad in Offshore Red Sea. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Zabargad in Offshore Red Sea are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Zabargad in Offshore Red Sea 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.