Ras Fanar
Protected Area
محمية رأس محمد
Why dive here
Ras Fanar is a dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Ras Fanar is a shore entry dive close to Sharm el-Sheikh, an easy option for a quick afternoon dip. The reef slopes gently to around 23m, with plenty of small reef fish like parrotfish and angelfish. We often spot moray eels tucked into the coral. It’s a good spot for less experienced divers to get comfortable, or for a relaxed second dive.
Typical Ras Fanar Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Dive shops near Ras Fanar
Black Pearl - Red Sea
BLUEFORCE 2
Reef Oasis Dive Club - Reef Beach
Story Divers
Sunshine Divers Mary & Klaus
Divers United (Elite Diving)
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ras Fanar
Ras Fanar Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ras Fanar, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.85, 34.27) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.1–29°C
Current Speed
15.26 cm/s
Direction: SW (211.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.073 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.63 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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