Local dive-center map page with the shallow north side and coral reef structure.
Protected Eilat shore reef with big coral heads.
Protected Eilat shore reef with big coral heads.
The Protected Area - השמורה is Eilat's protected shore reef: a clear, coral-rich drop-off with huge stony corals and a shallow north-side entry that can be extended along the slope. It suits relaxed scuba and snorkeling, and the route can continue toward Moshe and Ah'aron pinnacles for more life and structure. The appeal is easy conditions, big coral colonies and steady reef action rather than current.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 30m
Depth Note
The shallow north side is around 4-6 m and the route can extend south along the slope to about 30 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Calm, clear and coral-rich shore diving with easy conditions and a scenic route to the pinnacles.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep clear of fragile coral heads and follow the reserve route markers.
Access Restrictions
Stay on the marked route and follow reserve rules for the protected coral area.
Legal Notes
The site is a protected reserve and local rules apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Relaxed shore diving with a beautiful coral drop-off, ideal for easy reef time and guided circuits.
Freediving
The shallow north side can suit experienced freedivers, but the site is mainly snorkel and scuba oriented.
Snorkeling
The shallow north side is suitable for snorkeling when conditions and reserve rules allow.
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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local dive-center map page with the shallow north side and coral reef structure.
Local operator page with the north entry point and the route to the southern slope.
Local guide highlighting reserve rules and suitability for guided Open Water and refresh dives.
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