Erg Abu Diab
Protected Area
Tourism Development Area II
Why dive here
Erg Abu Diab is a pinnacle 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.
Erg Abu Diab is a straightforward pinnacle dive out of Marsa Alam, descending to 23m. It’s a good spot for intermediate divers to explore a sizeable freestanding coral structure. We often see a range of reef fish sheltering in the nooks and crannies, and it’s generally a relaxed drift around the erg itself. A solid addition to a day trip, especially when combined with a shallower site.
Typical Erg Abu Diab Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Barakuda Lahami Bay
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ORCA DIVE CLUB WADI LAHMY AZUR
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Erg Abu Diab
Erg Abu Diab Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Erg Abu Diab, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.21, 35.56) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
83°F · Range: 27.3–30°C
Current Speed
3.61 cm/s
Direction: SE (146.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.07 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.47 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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