

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Golden Blocks in the Strait of Tiran offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a combination of reefs, pinnacles, canyons, and a drop-off. This site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Divers can navigate the varied terrain under mild current conditions. Access to the site is available via both shore and boat entry. Visibility at this location can be changeable, so it is recommended to check local conditions before planning a dive. The site provides a range of depths to accommodate different certification levels.
28.43906, 34.46603
October is the prime month to visit, when water temperatures sit between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius and conditions tend to be at their most settled. Check locally before heading out, as facilities can vary and visibility at this site is changeable.
Situated at the Southern oasis which is reached by car along coastal road from El Qura bay, distance approximately 10 kilometres located directly before Happy Life Village.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering manageable conditions and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 metres in the shallows to 30 metres in the deeper sections, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Golden Blocks is accessible via both shore and boat entry.
October is the prime month to visit, when water temperatures are settled and reach between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius.
Diving at Golden Blocks in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Golden Blocks in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Golden Blocks in Dahab typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.