Shallow plateau and deep wall around the north side.
Outer-reef Red Sea boat dive with a shallow plateau and deep wall.
Outer-reef Red Sea boat dive with a shallow plateau and deep wall.
Boat access and current-aware dropping make a local operator the normal way to dive Abu Kafan North.
Abu Kafan North is a classic outer-reef boat dive in the Safaga and Soma Bay region, built around a shallow north plateau that falls quickly into a much deeper wall. The site feels open and serious without being cold or barren: current, slope, and blue-water exposure shape the day, while the coral structure and pelagic action make it one of the more memorable Red Sea outings for divers who are comfortable managing moving water.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 100m
Depth Note
Depth range given as 6–100 m.
Best Season
Spring and autumn, with settled-weather windows preferred year-round.
Typical Conditions
Outer-reef boat dive with steep walls, frequent current, soft and black corals, and a very open blue-water feel.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Access Restrictions
Boat only; plan the drop and pickup around current, and treat the deep wall as advanced-diver terrain.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed Red Sea operator and follow the normal charter and safety rules for exposed outer-reef diving.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
North-plateau drift and wall dive for experienced divers, with the possibility of pulling deeper along the reef if conditions and gas planning allow.
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
Shallow plateau and deep wall around the north side.
Popular site, sometimes crowded, and boat-accessible from Safaga or Hurghada.
Strong-current north-plateau drift line with soft coral, giant fans, and gorgonians.
300 m reef with walls plunging past 200 m and strong coral growth.
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