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El Quadim
El Quadim house reef in El Quseir with easy shore access.
Gentle bay entry, year-round diving, and rich Red Sea reef life make this a strong beginner-friendly house reef.
About El Quadim
El Quadim is a house reef in the bay of the Mövenpick Resort El Quseir, with easy shore access, a shallow coral garden, and a deeper reef section farther out. The site is known for a long maritime history, including old amphorae and an anchor, plus rich Red Sea reef life. It is an easy dive with limited diver numbers, but the north and south sides of the bay can feel slightly different, so a short briefing helps.
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Research Estimate At El Quadim
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is El Quadim?
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Community sourced coordinates.
El Quadim Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 25m
Depth Note
Published data span roughly 3 to 25 m; the shallow top is around 4 m and the reef wall drops deeper.
Best Season
Year-round, with the easiest comfort from spring through autumn.
Typical Conditions
Warm, clear, generally easy bay conditions with a shallow coral garden and a deeper reef section.
Safety & Access At El Quadim
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over coral, and brief for the bay layout and current difference between sides.
Access Restrictions
Use the resort house-reef entry and stay within the bay briefing.
Legal Notes
Managed hotel house reef access follows resort and dive-centre rules.
Local Intel For El Quadim
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Described as very easy to dive, with a shallow bay area and a deeper section.
Freediving
Short shallow breath-hold sessions can work here, but the reef is better known for easy scuba and snorkeling.
Snorkeling
Strong snorkeling fit thanks to the shallow house reef and easy shore access.
Wildlife at El Quadim
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At El Quadim
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At El Quadim
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
