Marsa Assalaya
Why dive here
With 52+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, oceanic whitetip sharks, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Marsa Assalaya offers some of Deep South's richest reef diving. Water ranges 22-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
Marsa Assalaya is a shallow, sheltered bay, perfect for those just getting comfortable in the water or looking for an easy second dive. At a maximum depth of 17 metres, it’s a calm introduction to the Red Sea’s quieter residents. We often spot blue-spotted rays resting on the sandy bottom and the occasional moray eel peering from small crevices. It's a relaxed spot, good for honing buoyancy without strong currents to worry about.
Typical Marsa Assalaya 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Marsa Assalaya
Marsa Assalaya Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Marsa Assalaya, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.3, 34.78) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 25.7–28.9°C
Air Temperature
29°C
83°F
Wind Speed
7.55 m/s
14.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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