8-25m
    Safaga, Egypt

    Shaab Sheer Soraya

    Best months: May–Jul

    Why dive here

    Shaab Sheer Soraya is a reef dive where divers can encounter humpback whales, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeMay–Jul
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeHumpback Whales, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks
    Water22-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 8-25m

    Shaab Sheer Soraya is a decent spot if you’re looking for a relaxed dive in Safaga. We typically find the currents here manageable, making it a good choice for newer divers or those who just want to drift along. Keep an eye out for dolphins, particularly the Indian Ocean bottlenose and long-beaked varieties; we’ve had some nice encounters with them cruising by the reef wall. The coral isn't the most spectacular, but there's a pleasant mix of hard and soft, and the chance of spotting a false killer whale makes it worth a visit.

    Typical Shaab Sheer Soraya Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m8m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:4117:2111h 40m daylightGolden hour 16:50

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shaab Sheer Soraya

    Shaab Sheer Soraya Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Shaab Sheer Soraya, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.49, 34.08) (12km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    28°C

    82°F · Range: 26.4–29°C

    Current Speed

    28.79 cm/s

    Direction: S (159.7°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.07 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    38.69 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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