

Best for beginner divers, 20-60m, shore entry.
Sink Hole is a shore-entry reef dive located in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The site features a reef structure that begins at 20 metres and drops into deeper water, reaching depths of up to 60 metres. Conditions are generally calm with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. While the upper reef is suitable for beginners, the deeper sections are intended for experienced divers. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit, and wear protective footwear to avoid sea urchins. As there are no on-site facilities, divers must be self-sufficient and carry all necessary equipment, including a surface marker buoy and flag.
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Facilities are not confirmed on-site, so carry everything you need including water, a surface marker buoy, and a surface flag, as this appears to be a self-sufficient entry point. Stick to the upper reef at 20 metres or shallower until you have a feel for how quickly the site drops away.
Most sites lie several kilometers offshore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-60m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
None
Yes, the upper reef at 20 metres or shallower is accessible to beginners, though the site drops away quickly into deeper water.
The site ranges from 20 metres on the upper reef down to 60 metres in the deeper sections.
Sink Hole is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should wear protective footwear to avoid sea urchins and be cautious of sharp coral and rocks when entering or exiting the water.
As there are no facilities on-site, you must bring all necessary gear, including water, a surface marker buoy, and a surface flag.
Visibility at Sink Hole in Red Sea Coast typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.