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Editorial trip report noting amazing visibility and a mild drift at Abu Dabab III.
Dive Spot Guide•
Abu Dabab III
Shallow drift reef with pinnacles, caves, and dolphins.
Local operator required
Use a local boat or dive safari because the site is normally run as a guided stop with drift lines and zodiac pickup.
Boat-dropped Marsa Alam reef with pinnacles, coral gardens, and drift lines; good for relaxed day dives, night dives, and big-fish scanning.
About Abu Dabab III
Abu Dabab III is a shallow Marsa Alam reef with pinnacles, coral gardens, and several route options that can be dived as a relaxed drift on either side. The site mixes small caves, coral slopes, amphora-like remains, and the wreck of Heaven One nearby, so the appeal is classic Red Sea structure with plenty of room for exploratory navigation.
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Research Estimate At Abu Dabab III
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Abu Dabab III?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Abu Dabab III Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 20m
Depth Note
Maximum depth is described as about 15–20 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with the clearest water from spring through autumn.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef, strong structure, mild drift, and clear water that makes the pinnacles and coral gardens easy to work.
Safety & Access At Abu Dabab III
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Use a local guide, keep track of the drift line, and leave enough reserve to handle the return or pickup.
Access Restrictions
Boat or zodiac access only; plan the line with the captain or guide before entry.
Legal Notes
Follow Red Sea marine-area and operator rules; the site is typically run as a guided dive stop.
Local Intel For Abu Dabab III
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for relaxed day dives, drift lines, and night dives with pinnacles, coral gardens, caves, and the Heaven One area.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the drift lines and reef structure suit scuba better.
Snorkeling
Some shallow reef sections exist, but the main features sit best at scuba depth.
Wildlife at Abu Dabab III
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Abu Dabab III
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Abu Dabab III
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
