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Coral gardens, species list, and current notes.
Banana Reef
Hurghada boat reef with a curved coral wall and drift potential.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate14m - 22m
Reef
Giftun-area boat reef with a curved coral wall, sandy patches, and a lively outer edge that often turns into a gentle drift.
About Banana Reef
Banana Reef is a boat-access reef in Hurghada's Giftun area, shaped like a curved banana and edged by coral gardens, sandy patches, and a deeper outer wall. It is sheltered enough for many divers but still earns its drift reputation when the current picks up, which is why it appeals to photographers and divers who like lively reef structure and plenty of fish life.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Drift diving is recommended and current can affect visibility, especially on the outer wall.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Hurghada is the practical requirement.
Legal Notes
No special permit is typically listed for the site.
Where Is Banana Reef?
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Local Intel For Banana Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for boat dives, drift dives, and reef photography, with conditions suitable for many levels.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site because the reef is normally handled as a boat drift dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling can work on calm days, but the reef is mainly a scuba target.
Wildlife at Banana Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Banana Reef
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 4/5Healthy coral
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Aquatic Life · 5/5Exceptional variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Current · 3/5Moderate current
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Surge · 2/5Light surge
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- VisibilityResearch estimate
- 15m
