

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Sidi Bakour is a reef site located off Djerba, Tunisia, accessible only by boat. The reef begins at a shallow depth of 5 metres, allowing for a gradual descent before the topography slopes down to 30 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 28C throughout the year. Divers should exercise caution regarding buoyancy control to avoid contact with reef structures and sharp sea urchins present on the seabed. Guided tours are available to assist with navigation across the reef.
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May and October offer the best balance of visibility and water temperature for this site. Guided tours are available, and for a beginner site like this, going with a local guide is a smart way to navigate the reef and avoid the urchins.
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Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Oct
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners due to its shallow starting depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
The reef starts at approximately 5 metres and reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
Sidi Bakour is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
May and October are the best months to visit, offering an optimal balance of water temperature and visibility.
Sea urchins are present on the reef. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with them, as well as sharp coral and rocks.
Diving at Sidi Bakour in El Mgarsa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sidi Bakour in El Mgarsa. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 28°C.
Sidi Bakour in El Mgarsa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sidi Bakour in El Mgarsa typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.