Ataqa Reef
Why dive here
With 139+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, octopuses, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Ataqa Reef offers some of Eilat's richest reef diving. Water ranges 18-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Ataqa Reef in Eilat offers a relaxed dive along a sloping coral garden. We typically find a good mix of Red Sea reef fish here, like parrotfish and butterflyfish, often with moray eels tucked into the crevices. It’s a straightforward dive, well-suited for divers wanting an easygoing exploration without strong currents or deep profiles. A good spot to stretch your fins after arriving.
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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ataqa Reef
Ataqa Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ataqa Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (29.59, 32.72) (82km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 23.9–27.7°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
6.78 m/s
13.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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