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Caves
Southern Dahab shore dive with cave-like overhangs and rich reef life.
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Vehicle-accessible southern Dahab site with cave-like overhangs, a sandy slope, and a calm-weather shore entry.
About Caves
The Caves is a southern Dahab shore dive built around a broad overhang and cave-like recesses rather than a true overhead cave system. The site is reached by road and rewards calm, high-tide entries with a scenic reef profile and steady small-life action.
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Research Estimate At Caves
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Caves?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Caves Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 35m
Depth Note
Guide descriptions place the cave mouth around 3-5 m, with the main slope and overhangs continuing to around 30-35 m.
Typical Conditions
Access is described as requiring a giant-stride entry during high tide.
Safety & Access At Caves
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Includes overhead cave environments; plan conservatively and time entry for high tide.
Access Restrictions
High tide and calm conditions are preferred; choppy seas or low water can make the entry and exit difficult.
Local Intel For Caves
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site is built around broad overhangs and a sloping reef, with the main feature line running south from the entry area.
Wildlife at Caves
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Caves
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Caves
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
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