

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
El Fanadir South in Ras Mohammed National Park is a diverse reef site featuring a wall, drop-off, and pinnacle topography. Accessible only by boat, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers encounter a variety of marine life, including wrasses, which are very common. Uncommon sightings include Indian Lionfish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, Porcupinefish, Twoband Anemonefish, Hooded Butterflyfish, Red Sea Bannerfish, Yellow Boxfish, Crown Butterflyfish, Triggerfish, Freckled Hawkfish, Blacktip Grouper, and other groupers. The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. It is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving.
27.26970, 33.83560
The site allows for a drift dive where the current carries divers from the northern to the southern end of the reef.
Access is provided via daily boat trips from Hurghada.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, which are very common. Other species recorded at the site include Indian Lionfish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, Porcupinefish, Twoband Anemonefish, various butterflyfish, Yellow Boxfish, Triggerfish, Freckled Hawkfish, and groupers.
No, El Fanadir South is rated for intermediate divers due to the site topography and conditions.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 4000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily designated for diving and requires boat access, making it less suitable for casual snorkelling.
Diving at El Fanadir South in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Fanadir South in Hurghada. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Fanadir South in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
Divers at El Fanadir South in Hurghada should be aware of lionfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
El Fanadir South in Hurghada typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Fanadir South in Hurghada typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.