

Best for beginner divers, 3-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Royal Azur Coral is a shore-entry reef dive in Hurghada suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 3 to 15 metres, averaging 10 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility that can reach up to 40 metres. Entry requires caution due to sharp coral and uneven rock; wearing hard-soled booties or reef shoes is recommended. Typical dives last around 50 minutes. Hazards include sharp coral and lionfish, which shelter in reef crevices. Divers should avoid touching the reef and keep hands away from gaps to ensure safety while exploring this accessible marine environment.
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Enter slowly and carefully from shore, as the entry point can involve sharp coral and uneven rock, so reef shoes or booties are well worth wearing. Take a moment at the shallows before descending to spot the flounder and brittle stars that often sit right where you step.
Simple sandy entry from the beach into the shallow waters of the bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-15m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth ranges from 3 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should wear reef shoes or hard-soled booties to navigate the sharp coral and rocks at the entry point.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef areas are accessible for snorkelling.
Water temperatures range from 22C in March to 30C in August.
Hazards include sharp coral and rocks at the entry point, as well as lionfish that shelter in reef crevices.
Diving at Royal Azur Coral in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Royal Azur Coral in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.