Elphinstone North
About Elphinstone North
Elphinstone North is a well-known dive site off Marsa Alam, reached by a roughly 90-minute boat trip. It is recognized for healthy coral reefs and frequent shark encounters. Divers commonly see oceanic whitetip sharks and may also encounter tiger sharks, hammerhead sharks, and barracudas.
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Safety & Access At Elphinstone North
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Safety Notes
This site is known for frequent shark encounters; appropriate awareness and dive practices are advisable.
Local Intel For Elphinstone North
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Access
Access is by boat, about a 90-minute ride from the Marsa Alam area.
Coral
The site is described as having some of the healthiest coral reefs in the region.
Aquatic Life
Common sightings include oceanic whitetip sharks, tiger sharks, hammerhead sharks, and barracudas.
Crowd / Popularity
Described as one of the main dive sites in the area.
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