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    Marsa Tondoba dive site
    reef
    15m
    Beginner
    Deep South, Egypt
    Tourism Development Area I

    Marsa Tondoba

    Best months: Sep–Nov

    Protected Area

    Tourism Development Area I

    Why dive here

    With 52+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, oceanic whitetip sharks, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Marsa Tondoba offers some of Deep South's richest reef diving. Water ranges 22-31°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeSep–Nov
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 52+ species recorded
    Water22-31°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 15m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Marsa Tondoba offers a calm, shallow dive, rarely exceeding 15 meters. It's a relaxed spot, good for those looking to practice skills or just enjoy an easy swim-through. Expect to see some smaller reef fish and a few nudibranchs if you keep an eye out. We think it’s a solid choice for beginners or for an easy second dive of the day.

    Typical Marsa Tondoba Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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 Tondoba

    Marsa Tondoba Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Marsa Tondoba, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.3, 34.78) (1km away)

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    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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