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Peer-reviewed coral-health assessment for Shushah Island.
Dive Spot Guide•
Shushah Island
NEOM Red Sea reefscape with coral walls and shallow shelves.
Local operator required
Boat logistics and the developing NEOM setting make a local operator the practical default.
Boat-access Shushah Island reefscape with shallow coral shelves, wall sections, and warm, flat Red Sea conditions.
About Shushah Island
Shushah Island is a Red Sea coral-reefscape site with shallow reef shelves, wall sections, and a calm, boat-access profile that suits warm-water diving. It stands out for strong coral cover, a developing marine-tourism setting, and a reef life list that is far richer than a simple shore stop. Plan it as a guided boat dive where calm sea state and clear water matter more than heavy-swell exposure.
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Research Estimate At Shushah Island
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Shushah Island?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Shushah Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m+
Depth Note
Shallow reef sections were sampled at 8-17m, while operator pages describe the site as effectively unlimited depth with reef wall sections.
Best Season
Year-round, with spring and autumn offering the calmest conditions.
Typical Conditions
Warm, flat Red Sea water with shallow reef shelves and wall sections.
Safety & Access At Shushah Island
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Depth can extend very deep along the wall, and large pelagic wildlife including sharks may be present.
Local Intel For Shushah Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat-based Red Sea reefscape with shallow shelves, wall sections, and reef-restoration context.
Freediving
The shallow reef shelves can work for relaxed surface exploration, but scuba is the main use case.
Snorkeling
Shallow coral shelves make snorkelling possible in calm water, but the reef wall is better on scuba.
Recent Logged Visits At Shushah Island
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Shushah Island
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
