

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Blue Ocean Dive in the Strait of Tiran offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a blue hole, a reef wall, and a cave system. Accessible from the shore, the site reaches depths between 6 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers experience moderate currents and visibility ranging from 25 to 30 metres. The cave section presents an overhead environment requiring careful gas management and guidance. Shore entry requires caution due to potential surf and rip currents. This site is suited for intermediate divers who possess strong buoyancy control skills. Guided tours and equipment rental are available on-site to assist with navigating the complex topography.
28.49141, 34.51459
Book a guided tour for your first dive here, particularly if you plan to explore the cave section, as the site layout is more complex than it looks from the surface. Entry from shore can be rough, so time your entry between sets and move through the surf zone quickly.
Located 20 minutes north of Dahab.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
25-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site ranges from 6 metres in shallower sections to 30 metres in deeper zones, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of an overhead cave environment, moderate currents, and complex topography.
Access is via a shore entry. Be aware that surf and rip currents can occur, so time your entry between sets and move through the break zone quickly.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shore entry and varied topography are better suited for scuba diving, particularly given the overhead cave environment and depths.
Hazards include an overhead cave environment, strong or rip currents, surf at the entry point, and the risk of nitrogen narcosis at depths of 30 metres.
Diving at Blue Ocean Dive in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Blue Ocean Dive in Dahab. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Blue Ocean Dive in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Expect moderate currents at Blue Ocean Dive in Dahab. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Blue Ocean Dive in Dahab typically ranges from 25 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.