Dive-site story
Situated at the southern tip of the Dahab lagoon spit, Napoleon Reef extends into the open Gulf of Aqaba as an underwater promontory. Divers navigate along sweeping coral gardens and scattered pinnacle formations that step down into open sand. Currents often pick up as you round the outer point, drawing pelagic species in from deeper water.
Extensive hard coral coverage dominated by massive Porites formations and table corals
Frequent encounters with mature Napoleon wrasse patrolling the outer reef crest
Occasional sightings of spotted eagle rays cruising past the drop-off
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer surface conditions and warmer water temperatures prevail from spring through late autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humphead wrasseCheilinus undulatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted eagle rayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Giant morayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted stingrayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowfin goatfishMulloidichthys vanicolensis | Common |
Marine forecast
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