Liveaboard itinerary page listing El Shugarat among Deep North & Dahab dive sites.
El Shugarath
Boat-only Dahab canyon with gorgonians and lagoon.
About El Shugarath
El Shugarath is a boat-only Dahab canyon dive with a sandy plateau, a steep drop, and a gorgonian forest that opens into a lagoon. It is an advanced site that rewards good buoyancy and comfort in current.
Research Estimate At El Shugarath
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Where Is El Shugarath?
El Shugarath Planning Details
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Reported Depth
20m - 50m
Depth Note
A sandy plateau drops steeply into a canyon that begins around 16-20 m and continues to roughly 50 m.
Typical Conditions
Boat drop-in, sandy plateau, steep canyon, and current that can be strong in parts.
Safety & Access At El Shugarath
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Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Be prepared for sections of strong current and plan depth/air management for dives that may approach 50 m.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; best suited to advanced divers comfortable with depth and current.
Local Intel For El Shugarath
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Scuba Diving
A sandy plateau leads into a steep canyon and then into a gorgonian forest and lagoon.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the depth and current make it a scuba site.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the main features sit well below the surface.
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Exposure Profile at El Shugarath
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Wildlife at El Shugarath
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Recent Logged Visits At El Shugarath
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El Shugarath Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Technical diving page describing El Shugarat Canyon as a Dahab technical site with striking topography and marine life.
Official Dahab dive-site listing that includes El Shugarat and its coordinates.
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