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Shaab Marsa Alam is an offshore horseshoe-shaped barrier reef situated directly east of Marsa Alam. The structure forms a protected inner lagoon surrounded by outer reef walls and scattered coral towers. Divers explore both the tranquil sandy interior with its coral blocks and small wreck debris, as well as the steeper outer perimeter exposed to moving water.
Protected inner lagoon featuring coral pinnacles and nursery areas
Outer reef slopes hosting hard coral gardens and pelagic passersby
Frequent resting spinner dolphins inside the calm lagoon waters
Remnants of a small sunken dive vessel resting on the sandy floor
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is possible year-round, with the warmest seas and calmest weather spanning late spring through autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spinner DolphinStenella longirostris | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Napoleon WrasseCheilinus undulatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluespotted Ribbontail RayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| CrocodilefishCymbacephalus beauforti | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common |
Marine forecast
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