

Best for beginner divers, 12-50m, shore entry, mild current.
The Lagoon in Sharm el Sheikh is a shore-entry site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. Located 50 metres from the shore, it offers a mild current and depths ranging from 12 to 50 metres, making it suitable for beginners who stay within shallower limits. Divers can observe wrasses, Twoband Anemonefish, Red Sea Bannerfish, and various pufferfish. Other species include the Day Octopus, Indian Lionfish, Regal Angelfish, and Bluespotted Fantail Ray. Scorpionfish and crabs are frequently active at night. Facilities on site include parking, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, and equipment rental. Exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit.
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Night diving is available here, and the artificial reef structures are particularly rewarding after dark when the scorpionfish and crabs become more active. All the key facilities are on site, including air fills, so there is no need to travel before or after your dive.
The site is accessed via a 90-minute drive from Sharm El Sheikh. Divers enter at El Bells, drift south along the wall, and exit at the Blue Hole saddle.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-50m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers can encounter wrasses, Twoband Anemonefish, Red Sea Bannerfish, and various pufferfish. Other recorded species include the Day Octopus, Indian Lionfish, Regal Angelfish, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Crown Butterflyfish, Elongate Clam, Sling-jaw Wrasse, and Purple Tang.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild current and shore access, though divers should remain in shallower depths as the site reaches 50 metres.
The depth at The Lagoon ranges from 12 to 50 metres.
The Lagoon is a shore-entry dive located 50 metres from the coast.
Yes, night diving is available at this site, which is particularly rewarding for observing scorpionfish and crabs.
Diving at The Lagoon in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near The Lagoon in Dahab. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Lagoon in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit The Lagoon in Dahab are March, April, May, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at The Lagoon in Dahab should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
The Lagoon in Dahab typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.