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10-minute boat ride, shallow 5-20m profile, and strong fish-life signals.
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Ras Katy
Ras Katy is a shallow boat dive with coral pinnacles.
Use Ras Katy for an easy boat day with shallow pinnacles, sheltered sandy pockets, and low-current Red Sea reef life.
About Ras Katy
Ras Katy is a boat-accessed Sharm el Mina site built around a shallow sandy plateau and coral pinnacles that rise from the reef. The sheltered pocket between the fringing reef and the main pinnacle makes the site easy to read underwater, with reef fish, soft corals, and calm conditions that work well for beginner-friendly dives and snorkelers.
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Research Estimate At Ras Katy
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Ras Katy?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ras Katy Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
The dive starts on a sandy plateau around 5m and tops out around 18-20m at the coral pinnacle.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Low current in a sheltered bay; water temperatures about 22-28°C.
Safety & Access At Ras Katy
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep clear of moorings and keep buoyancy tidy around the pinnacles.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a local operator from the marina.
Legal Notes
Follow marina procedures and reef-protection rules in the Sharm el Mina area.
Local Intel For Ras Katy
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow rocky-and-coral pinnacles with a short boat ride from the marina make this a relaxed Red Sea boat dive.
Snorkeling
The surface-reaching pinnacle and sheltered sandy pocket make Ras Katy snorkeler-friendly in calm conditions.
Wildlife at Ras Katy
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ras Katy
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ras Katy
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
