Erg Somaya Drift - Hurghada

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.

Location
Hurghada, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.198290, 33.984080
Type
drift
Maximum Depth
15-30m

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 Erg Somaya Drift

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 Erg Somaya Drift

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