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Shallow reef-diving profile with year-round access, mild current, and around 20m visibility.
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Shaab Abu Nugar
Northern Hurghada reef gardens and pinnacles with dolphin chances.
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Reachable only by boat from the Hurghada/El Gouna dive-boat circuit.
Boat trips from Hurghada or El Gouna reach shallow coral gardens with easy conditions, good coral, and strong marine life.
About Shaab Abu Nugar
Shaab Abu Nugar is a northern Hurghada reef system with shallow coral gardens, scattered pinnacles, and easy water that works well as a check dive. Boats usually run up from Hurghada or El Gouna, so the site feels like a day-boat reef stop rather than a shore dive. Divers come for the coral and fish life, with dolphins, turtles, rays, groupers, snappers, and plenty of small reef life in the mix. Some sections are relaxed and beginner-friendly, while others can be run as a gentle drift.
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Research Estimate At Shaab Abu Nugar
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VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Shaab Abu Nugar?
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Shaab Abu Nugar Planning Details
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Reported Depth
0m - 20m
Depth Note
Published ranges vary by section, from shallow reef tops to about 20m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Mostly calm shallow reef-garden diving, with some sections run as a gentle drift and plenty of light over the coral heads and pinnacles.
Safety & Access At Shaab Abu Nugar
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Safety Notes
Keep normal buoyancy around coral heads and follow the guide through any drift section.
Local Intel For Shaab Abu Nugar
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Scuba Diving
Best as a relaxed boat dive or check dive for certified divers, with plenty of reef to explore.
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Avg. Visibility20m
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Research Sources
egyptdivers.com · Operator Page
Mid-sized reef with coral gardens and pinnacles on a sandy bottom.
www.redsea-diving.com · Dive Site Article
Local dive-site article covering cleaning stations, coral condition, and boat access from Hurghada.
www.scubaworlddivers.com · Operator Page
Beginner-friendly shallow reef with dolphin chances and a long boat run from Hurghada.
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