Map location of Shaab Hamdallah
Dive Spot Guide

Shaab Hamdallah

Remote outer reef off Safaga in Egypt's Red Sea.

Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Reef

Make this a real next stop

Save it, log a dive, or explore nearby on the map.

Save it to come back later

Boat-only outer reef with coral pinnacles, strong weather limits, and rich fish life; best for confident open-water divers.

About Shaab Hamdallah

Shaab Hamdallah is a remote outer reef off Safaga in Egypt's Red Sea, reached by a long boat run and only viable when the sea is calm enough to work the pinnacles safely. The site is built around a cluster of coral blocks and swim-throughs rising from sand, so route choice and weather matter as much as depth. It suits divers who want a compact reef with strong currents, good visibility, and plenty of fish life rather than a shore dive. Bannerfish, barracuda, tuna, wrasse, triggerfish, eagle rays, and scorpionfish are among the usual highlights.

Research Estimate At Shaab Hamdallah

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeStrong surge

Where Is Shaab Hamdallah?

Map location of Shaab Hamdallah
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.

Shaab Hamdallah Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

4m - 20m

Depth Note

A cluster of five coral pinnacles rises from sandy bottom around 15-19 m, with representative site depth from about 4 m down to 20 m.

Best Season

Late spring through autumn is the easiest window; winter can still work when the sea stays calm.

Typical Conditions

Open-sea reef with coral pinnacles on sand, good visibility, and currents that can run on exposed points. Weather and sea state control whether the site is worth the boat time.

Safety & Access At Shaab Hamdallah

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

WavesRestricted access

Safety Notes

Plan for calm-weather windows only, as the site lacks sheltered areas to pause or take cover.

Access Restrictions

Open-sea outer reef with no shelter from waves; run it only when the boat operator calls the weather suitable.

Legal Notes

Use operator-led access and respect boat/weather limits; the practical restriction is sea state rather than a shore-access rule.

Local Intel For Shaab Hamdallah

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

A good scuba site for confident open-water divers who are comfortable with boat logistics, exposed conditions, and route planning around current.

Freediving

Not a primary freedive site; the exposed offshore profile and boat access make it much better suited to scuba.

Snorkeling

Not a strong snorkel target because the main coral and fish action sits below the surface and offshore.

Shaab Hamdallah Dive Conditions Planner

Use the planner to scan this week, inspect today in local time, and understand how exposure shapes conditions at Shaab Hamdallah.

Current Snapshot
No data
🌥️Variable
Sunrise
No data
Time
No data
Sunset
No data
Surface / Entry
Wind No data · Tide No data
Great
Sea State
Swell No data · Period unavailable
Great
Visibility Outlook
Rain chance No data
Great
Wind
No data
Swell
No data

Exposure Profile at Shaab Hamdallah

Directional shelter context for incoming swell.

Exposure Note

Hourly forecast data is not available yet.

Wildlife at Shaab Hamdallah

Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.

Recent Logged Visits At Shaab Hamdallah

Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.

No Dive Logs Yet

Be the first to log a dive at this spot and share your experience!

Dive Spot Log Averages At Shaab Hamdallah

Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.

Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
Loading nearby spots...

Shaab Hamdallah Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.

Shaab Hamdallah Guide - Sources and Updates

Last Updated

Research Sources

blue-submarine.com · Operator

Current, calm-weather restriction, coral state, and fish life.

redsea-diving.com · Operator

GPS position, 90-minute boat run, and open-sea access limits.

scubadivesea.com · Dive Directory

Site depth, coral blocks, and exposed-reef profile.

thescubadirectory.com · Community Directory

Independent dive-site summary with visibility and depth range.

Know this site? Improve Spot Details.