Dive-site story
Located along the southern Sinai coast near Sharm El Sheikh, Ras Katy is a sheltered bay characterized by a sloping sandy plateau dotted with distinct coral pinnacles. The site is protected from prevailing northern winds, making it a reliable destination for checkout dives, refresher training, and relaxed night exploration. Divers navigate among scattered coral heads that rise from the sand bed, hosting rich resident communities.
Coral pinnacles blanketed in soft corals and swarming with glassfish
Sheltered conditions with minimal current suitable for easy underwater navigation
Night diving opportunities to observe active lionfish, morays, and sleeping reef dwellers
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Accessible throughout the year, with peak water warmth during late summer and early autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluespotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red Sea lionfishPterois miles | Common | ||||||||||||
| CrocodilefishCymbacephalus beauforti | Common | ||||||||||||
| Masked butterflyfishChaetodon semilarvatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant morayGymnothorax javanicus | Common |
Marine forecast
