

Best for beginner divers, 6m, shore entry, mild current.
House Reef Pharao in Sharm el Sheikh is a shallow reef site accessible directly from the shore. With an average depth of 6 metres, it is well suited for beginners and those looking for a relaxed dive or snorkel. The site experiences mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sea urchins and sharp coral in the area. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a dive shop offering air fills and guided tours. Night diving is also available at this location.
27.09050, 33.85670
The reef is suitable for night dives and macro photography.
Accessible from the hotel shore.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Desjardin's Sailfin Tang, Twoband Anemonefish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, Red Sea Surgeonfish, pufferfish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, Regal Angelfish, Day Octopus, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Indian Lionfish, Bluespine Unicornfish, and Sixband Parrotfish.
Yes, House Reef Pharao is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 6 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore entry site, though boat charters are also available.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Diving at House Reef Pharao in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at House Reef Pharao in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.
House Reef Pharao in Hurghada typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at House Reef Pharao in Hurghada typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.