15-40m
    Marsa Alam, Egypt

    Shaab Maksour South

    Best months: Sep–Jan

    Why dive here

    Shaab Maksour South is a wall 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.

    Best timeSep–Jan
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins
    Water23-31°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWall dive · max 15-40m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Shaab Maksour South is a good drift dive. We often find ourselves gliding past a vibrant reef wall here, spotting cowfish hugging the coral. It’s also a frequent hangout for various dolphin species; we’ve had some memorable encounters with both bottlenose and bridled dolphins. This site suits divers who enjoy a relaxed drift and the chance for larger pelagic sightings.

    Typical Shaab Maksour South 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 Shaab Maksour South

    Shaab Maksour South Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Shaab Maksour South, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.21, 35.56) (1km away)

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    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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