Ras Malah
Protected Area
محمية أبو جالوم
Why dive here
Ras Malah is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Ras Malah is one of those Dahab dives we always find ourselves drifting back to. It’s got a real quiet charm, a gentle slope that just keeps giving the deeper you go. We love dropping in early, before the day boats arrive, when the light catches the corals just right. You’ll find some seriously impressive birdsnest and staghorn formations here, huge intricate structures that have been growing for decades. Look closer, and you’ll spot smaller treasures, like the iridescent sheen of a Carnelian Cowry grazing on an encrusting pore coral. The reef plays host to a good mix of species, but for us, it’s the sheer variety and health of the corals that makes Ras Malah special. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of a thriving reef, perfect for a long, relaxed exploration.
Typical Ras Malah Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Ras Malah
Dive shops near Ras Malah
Lagona Divers, Dahab North
Subex
Daniela
Dahab Divers Lodge
Sea And C
Reef 2000
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ras Malah
Ras Malah Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ras Malah, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (28.73, 34.63) (13km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 25.2–27.2°C
Current Speed
4.24 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.073 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
39.08 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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