

Best for beginner divers, 9-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Eel Garden in Sharm el Sheikh features a diverse topography comprising a reef, wall, and canyon. Divers typically enter from the shore, crossing a reef plate to reach a nine-metre canyon that opens into a sandy slope. The site extends 400 metres from the shore, with depths ranging from 9 to 30 metres and an average depth of 20 metres. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Facilities available include parking, a dive shop, guided tours, and equipment rental. Hazards to note include boat traffic, deep sections, potential entanglement, overhead environments, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf.
28.50503, 34.52009
Approach the sandy area slowly to avoid startling the eels, which retract into the sand when approached.
Walk over the reef table for about 5 minutes before entering a narrow lagoon to begin the dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, May, Sep, Nov
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 9 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Eel Garden is a shore entry site located 400 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The best months to dive or snorkel at this site are March, May, September, and November.
Diving at Eel Garden in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Eel Garden in Dahab. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Eel Garden in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
Divers at Eel Garden in Dahab should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Eel Garden in Dahab. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Eel Garden in Dahab typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.