

Shaab Saiman is a shore-entry reef dive located in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt. This site is accessible year-round and features shallow, calm waters, making it suitable for newly certified divers to gain experience. The reef structure consists of hard corals that provide habitat for a variety of reef fish, including surgeonfish, wrasse, triggerfish, and angelfish. Patient divers may observe smaller creatures such as gobies, mantis shrimp, and nudibranchs within the coral. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. As currents can vary, it is recommended to check local conditions before entering the water.
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Go early in the morning when the water tends to be calmer and the light is best for spotting smaller creatures like nudibranchs and gobies close to the reef. Check current conditions locally before entering, as variability can catch new divers off guard.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Water Temp
22-30°C
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, pufferfish, various butterflyfish, and the Indian lionfish. Divers may also encounter the giant moray, bluespotted fantail ray, and day octopus.
Yes, the shallow and calm waters make this reef a suitable location for newly certified divers to practice their skills.
This is a shore-entry dive site accessible without a boat.
The shallow nature of the reef makes it accessible for snorkellers as well as divers.
Water temperatures range from 22C in March to 30C in August.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shaab Saiman in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.