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St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Remote coral slope on Zabargad's east side
Local operator required
This is a liveaboard-only deep-south Red Sea site, so operator logistics are part of the dive plan.
A remote Zabargad liveaboard reef with hard and soft corals, moving water, and frequent pelagic sightings; best for experienced divers.
About St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
St.John's Island (Zabargad) East is a remote liveaboard reef on the island's eastern side, where healthy hard and soft corals meet moving water and attract larger pelagic life. It suits experienced scuba divers who are comfortable planning around currents, watching the reef slope, and staying conservative on gas and team spacing. The site is at its best when weather, boat timing, and team discipline all line up cleanly.
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Research Estimate At St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessDifficult access
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery quiet
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East?
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Community sourced coordinates.
St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 25m
Depth Note
Island-wide guides put Zabargad around 5-25+ m, and the eastern reef starts around 9 m before it slopes to a drop-off.
Best Season
April to October
Typical Conditions
Warm Red Sea water, clear visibility, active currents, and a remote liveaboard setting with some shelter from northerly weather in the south bay.
Safety & Access At St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentRestricted accessDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Plan for moving water, keep buoyancy tight on the slope, and respect the possibility of large pelagics while you are in the water.
Access Restrictions
Only liveaboards come here; it is too far offshore for day-trip diving.
Legal Notes
Zabargad and the surrounding reefs sit within the Elba National Marine Park.
Local Intel For St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A coral slope that starts shallow and drops away, with currents, clear water, and pelagic potential; best for controlled, current-aware scuba.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the depth, current, and liveaboard logistics make it a scuba dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is secondary; the site is better suited to scuba and current-aware reef diving.
Wildlife at St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At St.John’s Island (Zabargad) East
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
