Erg Somaya is an advanced drift dive featuring a shallow reef top around 5 m that leads out to a plateau at about 18 m. The site drops away into a steep wall with depths beyond 50 m. Visibility is typically around 30 m, giving clear views of hard and soft corals, gorgonians, and a variety of reef fish.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 50m
Depth Note
Reef top around 5 m, plateau at about 18 m, with a drop-off exceeding 50 m.
Typical Conditions
Drift conditions with visibility around 30 m.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
This is a drift dive for experienced divers; manage current, maintain buoyancy near the drop-off, and monitor depth closely.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A drift dive with a shallow reef top, an 18 m plateau, and a wall dropping beyond 50 m.
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Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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