Intermediate baseline with strong strait currents and pelagic life.
Classic Ras Mohammed boat dive with reef color and the Dunraven wreck.
Classic Ras Mohammed boat dive with reef color and the Dunraven wreck.
Boat access, park rules, and the weather-sensitive wreck section make a licensed local operator the normal way to dive Beacon Rock.
Beacon Rock is a classic Ras Mohammed boat dive with a coral outcrop, the Dunraven wreck on the reef edge, and the kind of big-Red-Sea atmosphere that makes the site memorable even before the wreck comes into view. The open route is rich with color and fish life, while the wreck section is the part that asks for more attention to weather, spacing, and buoyancy control.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
March to May and September to November, when Red Sea conditions are usually most comfortable.
Typical Conditions
Remote Red Sea boat dive with clear water, strong strait currents, and a wreck section that becomes more demanding when the weather picks up.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; avoid rough-weather days and keep the wreck section for guided dives.
Legal Notes
Beacon Rock sits inside Ras Mohammed National Park, so diving should stay within designated areas and finish before sunset.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Open-water reef and wreck dive with the Dunraven on the reef edge; the wreck section is the more demanding part of the site.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Intermediate baseline with strong strait currents and pelagic life.
Ras Mohammed visibility and park-rule context.
Describes the wreck as one of Sharm's most popular wreck dives.
15-30 m, all-levels framing, and heavy coral growth on the wreck.
Boat access and 90-130 ft typical depth range.
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