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Shaab Nakari
Shaab Nakari: moderate drift reef for boat divers.
Boat-access reef 4 km offshore; current is usually moderate, but the split at the northern tip means entry choice and timing still matter.
About Shaab Nakari
Shaab Nakari is a boat-access drift dive about 4 km off the Egyptian coast south of Marsa Alam. The reef runs as a bank with a plateau, wall and drop-off, so it suits divers who want a guided offshore route rather than a shallow bay. Conditions are usually moderate, but entry choice at the northern tip matters because the current splits there and the northern side is the better line to follow.
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Research Estimate At Shaab Nakari
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Shaab Nakari?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Shaab Nakari Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 20m
Depth Note
A described route drops to 18-20m before working back to the moorings; the reef continues deeper beyond that line.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Current is usually moderate, visibility is often 25m+ and the northern side is better in the morning before it falls into shade.
Safety & Access At Shaab Nakari
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Check the current at the northern tip before entry; the wrong side can put you against the flow and onto the less interesting south side.
Access Restrictions
Best with a boat or RIB and a guide who can place the entry correctly; the split current makes route choice matter.
Legal Notes
Follow local operator instructions and any mooring or protected-area rules that apply.
Local Intel For Shaab Nakari
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Offers wall diving on the northwest side and a west-side sandy bottom around 15–25 m.
Freediving
Only for very experienced freedivers in carefully briefed, calm conditions; this is primarily a scuba reef.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is not the normal use case here; the reef is better suited to scuba, though shallower sections can be explored on calm days with a guide.
Wildlife at Shaab Nakari
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Shaab Nakari
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Shaab Nakari
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
