Abu Ramada - Ost - Hurghada

Abu Ramada East, often called the Aquarium, is a gentle drift dive that’s a solid choice for a second or third dive of the day. We’ve found the currents here tend to be mild, making it a good spot for newer divers to practice their buoyancy control while keeping an eye out for some interesting critters. The reef slopes down, letting you pick your depth, and we’ve consistently seen plenty of Klunzinger’s wrasse darting about. Keep an eye on the sand patches for the occasional cowfish or a well-camouflaged sandfish, and sometimes even a small-eyed squirrelfish peeking out from under ledges. It's a reliable dive for a relaxed afternoon.

Location
Hurghada, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.162830, 33.984413
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
10-25m

Best Time to Dive in Hurghada

The warmest water temperatures in Hurghada occur in August, averaging 28.9°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 22.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 23.1°C
  • February: 22.3°C
  • March: 22.0°C
  • April: 22.8°C
  • May: 24.9°C
  • June: 26.2°C
  • July: 27.5°C
  • August: 28.9°C
  • September: 28.1°C
  • October: 27.3°C
  • November: 26.6°C
  • December: 24.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Hurghada

Nearest Dive Centres to Abu Ramada - Ost

Marine Life in Hurghada

Home to 47 recorded species including 33 reef fish, 7 whales & dolphins, 4 seagrass & algae, 1 sharks & rays, 1 sea cucumbers, 1 hard corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Abu Ramada - Ost

Based on average water temperature of 25.4°C, currents 20 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 25°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories