

Best for intermediate divers, 6-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Tobia Arba is a reef and pinnacle site located in Safaga, Egypt, consisting of a cluster of four main coral towers. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Access is by boat only, and conditions generally feature mild currents with visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Night diving is available at this location. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, which are very common, alongside various moray eels, groupers, and nudibranchs. Divers should be aware of the presence of lionfish and stonefish.
26.74010, 34.01180
The site is ideal for underwater photographers due to easy diving conditions and minimal currents.
Located near Soma Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, which are very common, as well as uncommon sightings of giant moray, snowflake moray, Indian lionfish, and bluespotted fantail ray.
The site is rated for intermediate divers.
The depth ranges from 6 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Tobia Arba requires boat access.
The site is primarily a dive location accessed by boat, and no specific information regarding snorkelling is provided.
Diving at Tobia Arba in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Tobia Arba in Hurghada. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tobia Arba in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 29°C.
Divers at Tobia Arba in Hurghada should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Tobia Arba in Hurghada typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tobia Arba in Hurghada typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.