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Abu Hashish Lagoon
Calm Makadi Bay lagoon for beginner dives and snorkelers.
Local operator required
Boat access and local guide timing are the normal way to dive Abu Hashish Lagoon.
Abu Hashish Lagoon is a sheltered Makadi Bay lagoon with seagrass, a sandy plateau, and easy conditions that suit beginner dives and snorkelers.
About Abu Hashish Lagoon
Abu Hashish Lagoon is the calm, shallow Makadi Bay side of the Abu Hashish reef system, where a sheltered lagoon, sandy plateau, and seagrass patches make it a natural stop for beginner dives, check dives, and relaxed snorkeling. It is a low-stress Red Sea site with easy boat access, little current on most days, and enough reef structure and lagoon life to keep the dive interesting without requiring advanced drift skills.
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Research Estimate At Abu Hashish Lagoon
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessEasy entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Abu Hashish Lagoon?
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Abu Hashish Lagoon Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
Shallow sheltered lagoon with a sandy plateau and seagrass patches, with a deeper reef edge nearby.
Best Season
Year-round, with calm lagoon sessions on light-wind days.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sandy plateau, seagrass, small coral blocks, and little current on most days. The lagoon is suited to easy training dives and casual snorkeling.
Safety & Access At Abu Hashish Lagoon
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coralWaves
Safety Notes
Keep clear of the coral edge, use a local boat operator, and treat the site as a calm lagoon session rather than a drift dive. Conditions are usually gentle, but the bay can still change with wind and boat traffic.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and local dive center timing are normal. The site is commonly used for check dives and beginner courses, so schedules can be busy.
Legal Notes
Follow Red Sea and operator rules, especially around seagrass and reef protection.
Local Intel For Abu Hashish Lagoon
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for novice divers with a maximum depth of 30 m.
Freediving
Possible in very shallow calm water, but the site is mainly a scuba and snorkel lagoon rather than a freedive specialty.
Snorkeling
The calm protected water makes this a strong snorkeling option on low-wind days.
Wildlife at Abu Hashish Lagoon
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Abu Hashish Lagoon
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Abu Hashish Lagoon
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
