

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Umm Sid is a reef and wall site located in the Strait of Tiran, Egypt. Divers enter through a wide corridor carved into a steeply sloping reef. The topography features a massive coral tongue and a sandy slope that leads into a coral garden. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres and an average depth of 25 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Hazards at this location include deep water, entanglement risks, jellyfish, low visibility, sea urchins, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.
28.42061, 34.45769
Dive with local knowledge and time your visit for calmer seas.
Situated in the Southern Oasis, approximately 15 km south of Dahab town. Entry is from the shore via a wide sandy corridor carved into a steep sloping reef.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The depth ranges from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Umm Sid is accessed via a shore entry.
Divers should be aware of deep water, entanglement, jellyfish, low visibility, sea urchins, sharp coral, stonefish, strong currents, and surf.
Diving at Umm Sid in Dahab requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Umm Sid in Dahab. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Umm Sid in Dahab typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Umm Sid in Dahab typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.