Umbi Diving Village - Sharm el-Sheikh

Umbi Diving Village in Sharm el-Sheikh offers a straightforward dive experience. It’s a good choice for divers who prefer a no-frills approach to exploring the Red Sea, focusing on getting in the water without fuss. We think it’s best suited for those looking for reliable boat trips to the many local sites, rather than extensive shore diving or advanced training. If you’re self-sufficient and value efficiency, Umbi gets the job done.

Location
Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.951832, 34.384167

Dive Sites Near Umbi Diving Village

Umbi Diving Village 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