

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Marsa Elmugabila is a reef site in Egypt offering a gradual descent from a shallow entry zone into deeper water. The site reaches depths between 5 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Conditions are generally comfortable for beginners, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is possible from the shore or by boat, though a boat is recommended to reach the most productive sections of the reef. Divers should maintain good buoyancy and avoid contact with the substrate to prevent injury from sharp coral and well-camouflaged stonefish.
29.37350, 34.79258
The site is often used for dive training and underwater photography.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the presence of a shallow entry zone.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Both shore and boat entries are possible, though a boat is recommended to access the better sections of the reef efficiently.
The main hazards include sharp coral and well-camouflaged stonefish on the reef floor. Divers should avoid touching the substrate and maintain careful positioning.
Diving at Marsa Elmugabila in Taba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Marsa Elmugabila in Taba. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Marsa Elmugabila in Taba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Marsa Elmugabila in Taba typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.