Benya Marine Group - Jeddah
Benya Marine Group in Jeddah stands out for its deep understanding of the local Red Sea, which is exactly what you want when diving somewhere new. The team here just *gets* it; they know the conditions, they know the currents, and they know the best spots to find everything from schooling barracuda to a sleepy reef shark tucked under a ledge. We particularly love that their PADI 5 Star IDC rating means their instruction is top-notch, perfect if you’re looking to take your diving further, or even go pro. Our favourite days out with Benya often involve heading to the less-frequented southern reefs where the corals feel ancient and undisturbed. You’ll feel the slight tug of the current as you drift past gorgonian fans bigger than you are, keeping an eye out for triggerfish darting in and out of the bommies. They’re excellent at finding those quieter moments, away from any crowds, making each dive feel truly exploratory. We'd suggest asking them about their early morning trips; getting out before the sun gets too high often means better light underwater and fewer boats. They just make diving in the Saudi Red Sea feel both accessible and genuinely exciting.
- Location
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Red Sea & Middle East
- Coordinates
- 21.717820, 39.094210
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.benya-marine.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:29953]
- Address
- North Obhur, Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Rd, Jeddah 23811, Saudi Arabia
Dive Sites Near Benya Marine Group
Benya Marine Group provides access to 15 dive sites in Jeddah.
- Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع - 18m (wreck)
- ABUSABAA I - 15m (wreck)
- Abu Tair - 24m (reef)
- AGIA VARVARA - 11m (wreck)
- Al Bedayah
- AlBuhairat - 5-25m (reef)
- ALEXANDER III - 10m (wreck)
- Al Fahal East
- Al Fahal North
- Al Fahal South
- Al Fahal vis Wreck (wreck)
- Al leeth
- AL MEDINA - 1m (wreck)
- Altafyah Middle Reef - 20m (reef)
- ALYAMAMA - 4m (wreck)
Other Dive Centres in Jeddah
- 17Sixty - ["PADI"]
- Advanced Diver Center
- Al-Haddad Scuba - SSI
- Al-Haddad SCUBA - Sheraton Resort
- Al Sanbouk - ["PADI"]
- Blue Reef Divers
- Coastline Diving - ["PADI"]
- Desert Sea Divers
- Dive Destination
- Dive Holics - ["PADI"]
Best Time to Dive in Jeddah
The warmest water temperatures in Jeddah occur in August, averaging 31.6°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 25.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 26.4°C
- February: 25.4°C
- March: 25.4°C
- April: 26.7°C
- May: 28.9°C
- June: 29.6°C
- July: 30.0°C
- August: 31.6°C
- September: 31.1°C
- October: 30.9°C
- November: 30.0°C
- December: 28.3°C
Marine Life in Jeddah
Home to 4 recorded species including 4 reef fish.
Notable Marine Life
- Armed Squirrel-fish (Neoniphon sammara) - Reef Fish
- Blackspot Surgeonfish (Acanthurus nigrofuscus) - Reef Fish
- Rainbowfish (Halichoeres hortulanus) - Reef Fish
- Angelfish (Pygoplites diacanthus) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Jeddah
Based on average water temperature of 28.7°C, currents 7 cm/s.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°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