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Ras Umm Sid
Ras Umm Sid wall-and-plateau dive with current.
Local operator required
Boat timing and current calls are normally handled by a local Sharm dive operator.
Ras Umm Sid is a mixed shore-or-boat site where a steep wall, coral forest, and plateau can turn the dive into a drift when current builds.
About Ras Umm Sid
Ras Umm Sid is a mixed shore-or-boat Sharm local site built around a steep wall, coral forests, and a plateau. The corner can change the dive quickly, so it rewards good route choice and divers who are comfortable with shifting current. It is the kind of site that can stay mellow on a light day and turn into a proper drift profile when the water starts moving.
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Research Estimate At Ras Umm Sid
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Ras Umm Sid?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ras Umm Sid Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
32m - 70m
Depth Note
One route keeps the bottom near 32 m, and another part of the site drops into a deeper wall profile.
Best Season
Summer, when the bigger pelagic window is strongest.
Typical Conditions
A steep wall with a plateau and coral gardens, with current that can strengthen around the corner and change the return path.
Safety & Access At Ras Umm Sid
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Watch for current at the corner, especially when following the reef along the wall.
Local Intel For Ras Umm Sid
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The dive can start on a wall and open onto a plateau; when current builds, it is usually better as a semi-drift or drift dive.
Snorkeling
Calm-day snorkeling works on the cliffside reef, where the gorgonian forest and soft corals are in the shallower water.
Wildlife at Ras Umm Sid
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ras Umm Sid
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ras Umm Sid
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
