Ras Za'atar
Protected Area
محمية رأس محمد
Why dive here
Ras Za'atar is a wall dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Ras Za'atar often gets overshadowed by its flashier neighbours, but we've always found it a solid choice for a relaxing dive. The reef here, particularly the northern face, drops away gently, making for an easy drift when the current is mild. You'll likely spot plenty of Red Sea clown surgeons darting around, and we’ve had good luck with bandcheek wrasse in the shallower sections. Keep an eye out for cowfish tucked into the coral; they're always a treat. It's a site we'd suggest for divers wanting a pleasant, unhurried exploration rather than a high-octane pelagic hunt, though dolphins do make an appearance occasionally.
Typical Ras Za'atar Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Ras Za'atar
Dive shops near Ras Za'atar
Black Pearl - Red Sea
BLUEFORCE 2
Story Divers
Reef Oasis Dive Club - Reef Beach
Sunshine Divers Mary & Klaus
Divers United (Elite Diving)
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ras Za'atar
Ras Za'atar Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ras Za'atar, 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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