Operator page with entry, route, and chimney geometry details.
Egypt · Dahab
Narrow chimney dive to the Blue Hole with coral overhangs.
Narrow chimney dive to the Blue Hole with coral overhangs.
The Bells is a narrow shore-access chimney dive that starts the classic route toward the Blue Hole. Divers descend one at a time through a tight opening in the reef, emerge onto a deep wall, and follow the drop-off past overhangs and coral before finishing on the outer wall. The site is famous, dramatic, and best suited to confident divers who are comfortable with depth and controlled buoyancy.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
One diver at a time in the chimney. Keep depth control tight and plan the wall-to-Blue-Hole route with clear turnaround discipline.
Access Restrictions
The chimney is narrow and one diver descends at a time. Advanced buoyancy control and route planning are essential.
Legal Notes
Follow site rules and local guide instructions for the Bells-to-Blue-Hole route.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic advanced shore dive that starts in a narrow chimney, follows a deep wall, and finishes on the Blue Hole side.
Freediving
An advanced freedive route exists, but the narrow chimney and depth demand strict control and disciplined planning.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling site; the route begins well below surface-viewing depth.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Operator page with entry, route, and chimney geometry details.

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