

Best for intermediate divers, 18-50m, shore entry, mild current.
Akassia Housereef in Safaga, Egypt, is a diverse site featuring a reef, drop-off, and cave system. Divers can access the site directly from the shore. The topography is suited for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 18 to 50 metres and an average depth of 30 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres and mild currents. The site supports night diving, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Facilities available on-site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a dive shop, a cafe, and first aid. Hazards include deep water, overhead environments, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf.
25.91638, 34.40722
If weather conditions do not allow diving on the wall, a free transfer is offered to Maheleg, an alternative house reef 1 km south.
Located at the foot of the Akassia Swiss Resort, accessible from shore via two pontoons north and south of the beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-50m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to its depth and the presence of overhead environments.
The site ranges from 18 to 50 metres deep, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Akassia Housereef is a shore entry dive site.
Divers should be cautious of the deep water, overhead environments, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and given the depth and overhead environments, it is not recommended for snorkelling.
Diving at Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Akassia Housereef in Al Quşayr typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.