

Best for beginner divers, 10-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gabr el Bint is a reef and wall site located in the Strait of Tiran, Egypt. The topography features a drop-off and a ledge covered in coral heads, with depths ranging from 10 to 40 metres and an average of 25 metres. Access is by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners. Divers experience moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Hazards include boat traffic, deep water, jellyfish, sharks, stonefish, and strong currents. Species recorded around this area include Spanish Dancer, Emperor Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Regal Angelfish, Lunartail Grouper, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Day Octopus, Snowflake Moray, Coral Grouper, Undulated Moray, Wrasses, Elongate Clam, and Boxfish.
28.35371, 34.43331
The site is only accessible by foot, camel, or boat, with a one-hour navigation from Dahab.
Accessible by foot, camel, or boat. A track along the coast is interrupted 1.5 kilometres from The Caves where Bedouins hire out camels to transport equipment.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Mar, May, Sep, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Spanish Dancer, Emperor Angelfish, Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Regal Angelfish, Lunartail Grouper, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Day Octopus, Snowflake Moray, Coral Grouper, Undulated Moray, Wrasses, Elongate Clam, and Boxfish.
Yes, Gabr el Bint is suitable for beginners.
The depth ranges from 10 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Access to this site requires a boat.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The best months to visit are March, May, September, and November.
Diving at Gabr el Bint in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gabr el Bint in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Gabr el Bint in Dahab should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish, 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 Gabr el Bint in Dahab. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Gabr el Bint in Dahab typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.