Oonas Dive Center - Sharm el-Sheikh

Oonas Dive Center operates from the shoreline in Sharm el-Sheikh, offering direct boat access to many of the area’s 112 dive sites. It’s a no-frills setup, well-suited for independent divers who prefer a straightforward, efficient approach to their diving. You’ll find a solid operation for daily excursions here, without the resort package feel.

Location
Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.915440, 34.335915

Dive Sites Near Oonas Dive Center

Oonas Dive Center provides access to 15 dive sites in Sharm el-Sheikh.

Other Dive Centres in Sharm el-Sheikh

Best Time to Dive in Sharm el-Sheikh

The warmest water temperatures in Sharm el-Sheikh occur in August, averaging 29.9°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 22.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 23.6°C
  • February: 22.8°C
  • March: 22.5°C
  • April: 23.3°C
  • May: 25.6°C
  • June: 26.9°C
  • July: 28.4°C
  • August: 29.9°C
  • September: 28.6°C
  • October: 27.8°C
  • November: 27.1°C
  • December: 25.3°C

Marine Life in Sharm el-Sheikh

Home to 13 recorded species including 6 whales & dolphins, 5 reef fish, 1 sharks & rays, 1 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Sharm el-Sheikh

Based on average water temperature of 26.0°C, currents 10 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