Erg Somaya Drift
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, seahorses, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Erg Somaya Drift offers some of Hurghada's richest drift diving. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Erg Somaya Drift makes for a relaxed drift, perfect if you’re looking to cover some ground without much effort. We usually drop in up-current and let the flow carry us past the coral heads, keeping an eye out for the smaller stuff like the Mimic and Bluebell Blennies tucked into crevices. You'll see plenty of parrotfish, the Bullethead and Candelamoa often grazing the reef. It's a solid choice for a second dive of the day, gentle enough for less experienced divers but still interesting for those who enjoy a slower pace and focusing on reef fish.
Typical Erg Somaya Drift Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Erg Somaya Drift
Dive shops near Erg Somaya Drift
Diving Club Golden Dolphin
Golden Dolphin Diving Centre
Aquarius Diving Club
Swiss Wellness Dive Resort
Blue Water Dive Resort
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Erg Somaya Drift
Erg Somaya Drift Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Erg Somaya Drift, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.25, 33.89) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
80°F · Range: 25.2–28°C
Current Speed
29.43 cm/s
Direction: S (170.2°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.069 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.69 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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