Shaab Said
Protected Area
محمية نبق
Why dive here
Shaab Said is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Shaab Said is a gentle reef dive, ideal for those new to Dahab's sites or looking for a relaxed exploration. The reef slopes to 20m, dotted with table corals and anemones. You'll often spot scorpionfish camouflaged on the bottom and schools of goatfish sifting through the sand. It’s a good spot for a second dive or to simply unwind.
Typical Shaab Said Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shaab Said
Shaab Said Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shaab Said, 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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