

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Abu Talha in Sharm el Sheikh is a diverse marine site featuring a reef, canyon, drop-off, and pinnacle. With depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres, it is accessible via a shore entry and suits beginner divers. The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Divers frequently encounter wrasses, while common sightings include pufferfish. Less common species recorded here include Indian lionfish, day octopus, bluespotted fantail ray, regal angelfish, twoband anemonefish, starry puffer, Red Sea bannerfish, crown butterflyfish, elongate clam, diagonal butterflyfish, scorpionfish, and purple tang. Guided tours are available, and the site supports night diving with typical dive durations of 45 minutes.
28.54787, 34.51832
The calm conditions and easy shore access make Abu Talha a popular choice for morning and night dives.
Easy shore access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses and pufferfish. Other species recorded at the site include Indian lionfish, day octopus, bluespotted fantail ray, regal angelfish, twoband anemonefish, starry puffer, Red Sea bannerfish, crown butterflyfish, elongate clam, diagonal butterflyfish, scorpionfish, and purple tang.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site offers a depth range of 8 to 30 metres.
Abu Talha is accessed via a shore entry.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the reef may be accessible for snorkelling depending on conditions.
Diving at Abu Talha in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Abu Talha in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
Divers at Abu Talha in Dahab should be aware of lionfish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Abu Talha in Dahab typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Abu Talha in Dahab typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.