

Best for beginner divers, 1-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Poseidon Reef is a marine reef site located within Ras Mohammed National Park, Egypt. This site is accessible by boat and offers depths ranging from 1 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dives lasting around 50 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 22C to 29C. Divers should be aware of the presence of lionfish and triggerfish in the area. Boat charters are available for site access.
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The reef is curved in a horseshoe shape, and even when currents pick up, the nature of the reef allows divers to seek shelter and complete their dive outside of the current.
The site is accessible to dive boats only, as the reef is completely separated from the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 16m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to this reef site is by boat only; boat charters are available.
Yes, Poseidon Reef is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of lionfish and triggerfish present at the reef.
Water temperatures range from 22C in March to 29C in August.
Diving at Poseidon Reef in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Poseidon Reef in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.