

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Faraana Reef is a shore-accessible reef and drop-off located along the Sharm el Sheikh Coast. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 20 and 40 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the site via the shore, with facilities including parking, showers, and equipment rental available nearby. Hazards to be aware of include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish. The site is well-supported by local infrastructure, including a dive shop, cafe, and boat charter services.
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If you are a good swimmer, you can explore several spots during the same session by following the reef, as Faraana Reef is part of a series of four very close spots.
Access is easiest via a pontoon on the reef, accessible from Faraana Reef Beach or Gold Beach. Alternatively, enter from the beach and swim 100 metres across the reef flat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
Yes, the site is accessible from the shore and is rated for snorkelling.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
Faraana Reef is a shore-access site.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Faraana Reef in Sharm el-Sheikh. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Faraana Reef in Sharm el-Sheikh. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Faraana Reef in Sharm el-Sheikh typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Faraana Reef in Sharm el-Sheikh typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.