

Best for intermediate divers, 22-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Sha ab Jibna is a remote, boat-only reef located in the Suakin Archipelago. The site features a significant depth profile, ranging from 22 to 40 metres with an average depth of 30 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the exposed offshore location, conditions can include strong currents and unpredictable surges. The site is suitable for intermediate divers who are comfortable managing depth and safety stops. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers must be prepared for deep water, sharks, and boat traffic, and should always deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent.
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Check current conditions with your liveaboard or charter operator before the dive, as surges can strengthen without much warning at this exposed offshore reef. Carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it at the start of your ascent given the boat traffic and open-water context.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
22-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Sharks are present at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the significant depth and potential for strong currents.
The reef ranges from 22 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 50 kilometres from the shore.
This site is intended for diving given the depth profile and open-water conditions.
Divers should be aware of the significant depth, sharks, strong currents, and potential for boat traffic.
Diving at Sha ab Jibna in Deep South & Suakin requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sha ab Jibna in Deep South & Suakin. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Sha ab Jibna in Deep South & Suakin are February, March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Sha ab Jibna in Deep South & Suakin. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Sha ab Jibna in Deep South & Suakin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.