

Best for intermediate divers, 5-22m, shore entry, mild current.
El Makluf ED is a shore-entry reef dive in Safaga that features a structure extending from the shallows to a maximum depth of 22 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, offering a comfortable experience with mild currents. Visibility fluctuates significantly, ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with morning dives often providing clearer conditions. The reef architecture is primarily composed of table corals. Divers should exercise caution during the shore entry, as the reef edge contains sharp coral and rocks. Maintain good buoyancy and watch hand placement to avoid sea urchins present in crevices and on the reef surface.
26.46460, 34.08260
Visibility here can vary significantly, so morning dives before any wind picks up tend to offer clearer water. Take your time on entry from shore and watch your footing on the reef edge before you get into open water.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-22m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 5 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers, partly due to the shore entry over a reef that requires careful footing.
Access is via a shore entry. You must walk over the reef edge, so wear fins and move carefully to avoid sharp coral and rocks.
The primary hazards are sharp coral and rocks during entry, and sea urchins found in crevices and on the reef surface.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef sections are accessible, though caution is required regarding sharp coral and sea urchins.
Diving at El Makluf ED in Red Sea Riviera requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Makluf ED in Red Sea Riviera. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
El Makluf ED in Red Sea Riviera typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Makluf ED in Red Sea Riviera typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.