

Best for beginner divers, 6-7m, boat entry, mild current.
Ras Abdallah is a shallow reef and wall site located near Hurghada, Egypt. Accessible only by boat, this site is suitable for beginners and offers a depth range of 6 to 7 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. The site features a reef structure that supports a variety of marine life. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, triggerfish, parrotfish, and various butterflyfish, as well as occasional sightings of moray eels and rays. Dives here generally last around 50 minutes, providing a relaxed environment for exploring the local reef topography.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-7m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, triggerfish, parrotfish, butterflyfish, and the white-spotted puffer. Other species such as the giant moray and bluespotted fantail ray are also recorded in the vicinity.
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 6 to 7 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site is consistently between 6 and 7 metres.
Ras Abdallah is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow depth of 6 to 7 metres makes the reef accessible for snorkelling from a boat.
Diving at Ras Abdallah in Makadi Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ras Abdallah in Makadi Bay. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.
Ras Abdallah in Makadi Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ras Abdallah in Makadi Bay typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.