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Abu Hashish Lagoon

Calm Makadi Bay lagoon for beginner dives and snorkelers.

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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.

Research Estimate At Abu Hashish Lagoon

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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Wildlife at Abu Hashish Lagoon

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Abu Hashish Lagoon Guide - Sources and Updates

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Lagoon wildlife and seagrass context

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