Tourism guide describing Migdalor Beach as popular with clear water and beach amenities.
Shore reef with steep slope and clear-water snorkeling.
Shore reef with steep slope and clear-water snorkeling.
Migdalor Beach is a shore-access Red Sea site in Eilat with a steep coral slope that drops fast from the beach into deep water. It works for snorkeling, freediving, night dives, and deeper scuba profiles, with a rocky coral edge full of fish and a calm public-beach setup that suits relaxed entries on ordinary days when the sea is settled.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 100m
Depth Note
Steep 45 degree slope from the shore to more than 100m; the shallow shelf is the main recreational zone.
Best Season
Year-round, with calm mornings and low-wind days preferred.
Typical Conditions
Steep coral slope, clear warm water, and a shallow edge that works for snorkeling and night dives when conditions are calm.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The slope descends to very deep water close to shore; plan depth limits carefully, especially when doing deeper profiles.
Access Restrictions
Free shore access; follow local beach and reserve rules.
Legal Notes
The beach sits in a public reserve setting, so follow posted beach and nature-reserve rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The steep drop makes the site useful for both shallow and deeper scuba profiles, with the shallow shelf also working for night dives.
Freediving
Freedivers use the shallow slope and coral edge, but the drop-off gets deep fast so conservative depth planning matters.
Snorkeling
The fringing reef and clear water make Migdalor Beach a strong snorkel option, especially in the shallow coral zone.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Tourism guide describing Migdalor Beach as popular with clear water and beach amenities.
Local Eilat guide describing the beach as calm, scenic, and reef-adjacent with amenities.
Snorkel guide covering visibility, reef life, and beach entry.
Regional Eilat beach conditions page with visibility and calm-water context.
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