

Best for intermediate divers, 20-35m, shore entry, mild current.
Dekel Canyon is a reef and wall system located within the Coral Beach Nature Reserve. The site features a sculpted passage through the reef, with the wall dropping sharply to depths between 20 and 35 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. This site is suited for intermediate divers due to the depth and the technical nature of the shore entry. Access requires caution, as a shore break can push divers onto sharp coral and rocks. Boat traffic is present in the area, necessitating the use of a surface marker buoy before ascent. Facilities including parking, showers, and a dive shop are available nearby.
29.53700, 34.94940
Enter and exit with care at the shoreline as surf and a shore break can push you onto sharp coral and rocks, so watch a few sets before committing to your entry. Boat traffic operates in this area, so deploy a surface marker buoy before you ascend.
accessible by bus line 15 towards Coral Beach, taxi, or by walking south along the coastline from Eilat Marina
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 20 to 35 metres and the challenging shore entry.
The site features a reef and wall system that drops from 20 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
It is a shore entry dive. Divers should observe the shore break carefully before entering to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 35 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include boat traffic, deep water, sharp coral, and surf at the shoreline. Divers should use a surface marker buoy and monitor buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Dekel Canyon in Eilat requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Dekel Canyon in Eilat. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Dekel Canyon in Eilat typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Dekel Canyon in Eilat typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.