

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Siyoul Lagoon is a sheltered reef located within Ras Mohammed National Park. Suitable for beginners and snorkellers, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers access the reef by boat, where mild currents and visibility between 15 and 24 metres provide comfortable conditions. The topography consists of coral formations containing shaded pockets that host various reef fish and invertebrates. Species recorded around this area include moray eels, groupers, nudibranchs, and rays. Hazards include lionfish and stonefish; maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid contact with the reef or seabed to ensure safety. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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Bring a torch even on daytime dives, as the coral formations create shaded pockets where nudibranchs and smaller reef fish like to hide. Check locally for current boat schedules and any seasonal operator changes before you plan your trip.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
15-24m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include giant and yellow-edged morays, various groupers, nudibranchs, bluespotted fantail rays, and wrasses. Lionfish and stonefish are also present.
Yes, Siyoul Lagoon is well-suited for newly certified divers and snorkellers due to its mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth at Siyoul Lagoon ranges from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-only site; you must arrange boat transport to access the lagoon.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Diving at Siyoul Lagoon in South Sinai requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Siyoul Lagoon in South Sinai. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Siyoul Lagoon in South Sinai should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Siyoul Lagoon in South Sinai typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Siyoul Lagoon in South Sinai typically ranges from 15 metres to 24 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.