15-30m
    Marsa Alam, Egypt

    Abu Diab

    Best months: May–Dec

    Why dive here

    Abu Diab is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, humpback whales, oceanic whitetip sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 23-31°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins
    Water23-31°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 15-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Abu Diab is a good choice for divers looking for open water encounters off Marsa Alam. We’ve seen both long-beaked and Indian Ocean bottlenose dolphins here, often in pods moving through the blue. Cowfish are also a regular feature. It's a site that rewards patience and a good lookout, best for experienced divers comfortable in open water.

    Typical Abu Diab 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 Abu Diab

    Abu Diab Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Abu Diab, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    31.07°C

    88°F

    Current Speed

    1.41 cm/s

    Direction: SW (225°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.072 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    38.12 PSU

    Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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