

Best for beginner divers, 5m, shore entry, mild current.
Oonas House Reef is a shallow, accessible shore dive located along the Sharm el Sheikh Coast. With an average depth of 5 metres, it is well-suited for beginners and offers mild currents. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 40 metres, providing clear conditions for observing local marine life. Divers frequently encounter wrasses, Red Sea bannerfish, triggerfish, Red Sea surgeonfish, Pacific bullethead parrotfish, white-spotted puffer, Desjardin's sailfin tang, diagonal butterflyfish, and pufferfish. Less common sightings include the emperor angelfish, Napoleon wrasse, Indian lionfish, bluespotted fantail ray, and regal angelfish. The site features full facilities including equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours, and supports night diving.
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The house reef is located right in front of the dive centre in Naama Bay and features a cordoned off confined area for buoyancy checks and skill practice.
Direct access to the sea with a shallow entry from the sandy beach in front of the dive centre.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
5m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers commonly see wrasses, Red Sea bannerfish, triggerfish, Red Sea surgeonfish, Pacific bullethead parrotfish, white-spotted puffer, Desjardin's sailfin tang, diagonal butterflyfish, and pufferfish. Uncommon sightings include emperor angelfish, Napoleon wrasse, Indian lionfish, bluespotted fantail ray, and regal angelfish.
Yes, Oonas House Reef is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 5 metres, with recorded depths ranging between 5.0 and 5.8 metres.
Oonas House Reef is a shore dive with direct entry from the coast.
Yes, the shallow depth of 5 metres makes this site appropriate for snorkelling.
Diving at Oonas House Reef in Sharm El Sheikh requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Oonas House Reef in Sharm El Sheikh. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Oonas House Reef in Sharm El Sheikh. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Oonas House Reef in Sharm El Sheikh typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Oonas House Reef in Sharm El Sheikh typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.