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Apr 22, 2026Dive Spot Guide•
Shark & Yolanda Reef
Iconic Ras Mohammed drift dive with walls, pinnacles, and wreck debris.
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Boat-only drift dive in Ras Mohammed with strong-current potential, a steep wall, and a plateau route that suits experienced teams.
About Shark & Yolanda Reef
Shark & Yolanda Reef is Ras Mohammed's signature boat-only drift dive, where a steep wall, coral pinnacles, and the Yolanda debris field combine into one high-energy route. It suits experienced divers who want big-fish action, a clear pickup plan, and a classic Red Sea wall-and-plateau profile with changing current and tight pickup planning.
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Research Estimate At Shark & Yolanda Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Shark & Yolanda Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Shark & Yolanda Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
The reef starts at the surface; the main plateau is commonly dived around 12-20 m, and the working profile is usually about 30 m while the wall drops far deeper.
Best Season
Year-round; late spring through autumn for fish action, winter for clearer water.
Typical Conditions
Classic drift profile with strong current potential on the Shark-to-Yolanda route and saddle; conditions can change quickly.
Safety & Access At Shark & Yolanda Reef
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat the site as a drift dive, watch the saddle for downcurrents in summer, and keep the group compact so pickups stay clean.
Access Restrictions
Dive-boat access only for the Shark Reef section; no snorkeling boats, scheduled entry, and no anchoring.
Legal Notes
Ras Mohammed park rules apply: do not collect or damage reef life, do not feed fish, do not fish or spear, register boat entry, and follow park staff instructions.
Local Intel For Shark & Yolanda Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
There are multiple ways to dive the site, offering options suited to a range of preferences.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the site is current-driven and is best treated as a scuba drift dive unless a local operator specifically approves a calm setup.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target. The Shark Reef section is restricted to dive boats, and snorkel areas are designated elsewhere in Ras Mohammed.
Wildlife at Shark & Yolanda Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Shark & Yolanda Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Shark & Yolanda Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
