

Best for beginner divers, 16m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Reef is a marine site in Egypt offering a consistent depth of 16 metres. This boat-accessible reef is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Divers can explore the reef structure, which includes patches of sea grass and sponge. Marine life in this habitat includes various reef fish and invertebrates. Hazards include sharp coral and stonefish, which can be difficult to spot against the reef. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the bottom and the reef structure. A typical dive lasts 50 minutes. Ensure you confirm boat departure times in advance and prepare your equipment before the briefing.
29.63088, 32.38700
This is a boat dive, so confirm your departure time in advance and arrive early to get your kit set up before the briefing. Keep your eyes low along the reef base where pipefish and crabs tend to hide.
Access to the dive site is by boat.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
16m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates, though specific species sightings are not confirmed.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the consistent 16-metre depth and mild currents.
The site has a consistent depth of 16 metres.
This is a boat dive, and boat access is required to reach the site.
Hazards include sharp coral and stonefish, which blend into the reef. Divers should avoid touching the bottom or the reef structure.
Diving at Turtle reef in Turtle reef requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle reef in Turtle reef. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Turtle reef in Turtle reef are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Turtle reef in Turtle reef typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle reef in Turtle reef typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.