Dive-center page for location, depth, difficulty, and snorkel suitability.
Safaga current reef with walls, plateaus, and big-fish potential
Safaga current reef with walls, plateaus, and big-fish potential
The reef is large enough for several routes, but current management and plateau choice are best handled by a local Safaga operator.
Panorama Reef is a large offshore Safaga reef with north and south plateaus, steep east and west drop-offs, grottos, and overhangs lined with gorgonians and soft corals. It is commonly dived as a drift when the current runs, which makes the site a classic Red Sea big-fish reef with multiple route options and strong pelagic appeal for confident divers.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 40m
Depth Note
North and south plateaus sit around 18 to 32m, with east and west walls dropping beyond 40m.
Typical Conditions
Consistent current suitable for drift diving.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Expect a consistent current and plan the dive as a drift; depth averages around 30 m.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; current and plateau choice matter for route planning.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator briefings and any Red Sea access or mooring rules that apply offshore.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
North and south plateau options, east and west drop-offs, grottos, and overhangs make this a classic drift and wall dive.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Dive-center page for location, depth, difficulty, and snorkel suitability.
Liveaboard site page for north and south reef layout, visibility, and temperature context.
Official Safaga dive-sites page for reef structure, grottos, overhangs, and current context.
Independent site profile for access, visibility, current, and marine-life context.
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