Dive Center - Safaga

Alright, let’s talk about the Dive Center in Safaga. It’s exactly what it sounds like – a base, a home away from home for your diving adventures. Think of it as your launching pad, typically where you'll get your gear sorted, grab your tanks, and maybe meet your dive guide. We’ve spotted some neat seagrass beds nearby, great spots for finding things like cymodocea and thalassia, plus the occasional bottlenose dolphin making an appearance. It’s an ideal spot for getting oriented, for those just starting out, or for anyone who prefers the convenience of a solid shore operation before heading further afield.

Location
Safaga, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
26.509743, 34.066975
Type
shore
Maximum Depth
5-12m

Best Time to Dive in Safaga

The warmest water temperatures in Safaga occur in August, averaging 29.2°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 22.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 23.1°C
  • February: 22.3°C
  • March: 22.1°C
  • April: 22.8°C
  • May: 25.0°C
  • June: 26.5°C
  • July: 27.7°C
  • August: 29.2°C
  • September: 28.6°C
  • October: 27.4°C
  • November: 26.7°C
  • December: 24.9°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Safaga

Nearest Dive Centres to Dive Center

Marine Life in Safaga

Home to 32 recorded species including 22 reef fish, 5 whales & dolphins, 2 seagrass & algae, 1 sharks & rays, 1 sea cucumbers, 1 hard corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Dive Center

Based on average water temperature of 25.5°C, currents 16 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 26°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