

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Sha ab Quais is a reef and drop-off site in Safaga, Egypt, suited for intermediate divers. The topography features a reef structure extending from 5 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. This is a drift dive site where strong currents are common and can shift direction, requiring careful planning with your boat skipper. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should be aware of sharp coral along the reef edges and use a surface marker buoy due to boat traffic. Entry is by boat only, and timing the dive around slack water is recommended to manage the current.
26.70017, 34.11093
Time your dive around slack water if conditions allow, as the current at Sha ab Quais can run hard and will dictate both your entry point and your route along the reef. Confirm current direction with your skipper before you descend, as it can shift.
Access is straightforward for divers based in Red Sea ports; book through a licensed Red Sea dive operator.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and depth range.
The site ranges from 5 metres to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required for access.
Water temperatures range from 22C to 28C throughout the year.
Always confirm the current direction with your skipper before entry, avoid sharp reef edges, and use a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Sha ab Quais in Safaga requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sha ab Quais in Safaga. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Sha ab Quais in Safaga are January, February, March, April, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.