Gold Stars Diving Center - Sharm el-Sheikh

Gold Stars Diving Center, right in Sharm el-Sheikh, serves as a handy jump-off point for many dives in the area. While not a dive site in itself, it’s where a lot of local operations are based. From here, you’re usually heading out to some well-known reefs, so think about what kind of diving you prefer when you book. You might be seeing anything from schools of Yellowtail Sweepers to, if you’re very lucky, some of the local dolphins – Bridled or even Long-beaked. For those wanting easy access to the Red Sea, it’s a practical starting point.

Location
Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.941885, 34.385820

Marine Protected Area: محمية رأس محمد

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Sharm el-Sheikh

Nearest Dive Centres to Gold Stars Diving Center

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Gold Stars Diving Center

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