

Best for beginner divers, boat entry.
Ras Um Sid is a reef dive site located on the Sharm el Sheikh coast. Accessible only by boat, the site features hard corals and is suitable for newly certified divers. Conditions at the reef are variable, with currents that can shift, making it advisable to book a guided tour to navigate the most sheltered sections. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 30C throughout the year, allowing for flexible wetsuit choices. Divers should consult with local guides to assess current conditions before entry, as they can also assist in identifying the smaller reef inhabitants present along the coral structures.
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Book a guided tour rather than exploring independently, since variable currents mean conditions can shift and a local guide will know the most sheltered sections of the reef on any given day. Going with a guide also helps you spot the smaller reef fish like damselfish and wrasse that are easy to overlook without a practiced eye.
Located in Hadaba, Sharm El Sheikh. Accessible via shore dive from a pier or by boat.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Yes, the site is well-suited to newly certified divers, though the use of a guided tour is recommended due to variable currents.
Access to this site is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 23C in the winter months to 30C in August.
Yes, guided tours are available and recommended to help navigate shifting currents and identify local marine life.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ras Um Sid in Sharm El Sheikh. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.