

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Shaabruhr Umm Gamar is a complex reef system located in Ras Mohammed National Park, featuring a combination of wall, pinnacle, and artificial reef structures. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 15 to 40 metres and an average depth of 25 metres. Access is strictly by boat due to its distance of 25 kilometres from the shore. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and potential overhead environments. Visibility at the site typically ranges between 20 and 40 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 21C in March to 27C in November.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-27°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and overhead environments.
The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive, as the site is located 25 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include the significant depth, potential overhead environments, strong currents, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at Shaabruhr Umm Gamar in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shaabruhr Umm Gamar in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
Expect moderate currents at Shaabruhr Umm Gamar in Hurghada. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Shaabruhr Umm Gamar in Hurghada typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.