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Independent Hurghada guide with current, coral, and species notes.
Dive Spot Guide•
Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Giftun plateau-to-wall dive with big-fish action.
Boat-access Umm Dom/Stoney Beach sits off Giftun Kebir, where a shallow plateau leads into a much deeper wall and the fish life ramps up as you move off the top.
About Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Umm Dom/Stoney Beach is a Giftun Kebir plateau-to-wall dive with a shallow start that gives way to a serious outer slope. It suits divers who like classic Red Sea structure, active fish life, and a dive plan that gets more demanding as you move away from the plateau and into open water. Calm days make the site easier to enjoy, but the deeper sections still reward disciplined buoyancy and a steady pace.
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Research Estimate At Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Umm Dom/Stoney Beach?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Umm Dom/Stoney Beach Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 70m
Depth Note
Plateau at 15 m with a steep drop to about 70 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer weather windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
A shallow plateau, a deeper wall, active marine life, and better comfort when the sea is settled.
Safety & Access At Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Depth increases quickly beyond the 15 m plateau; plan for depth limits and monitor for potentially hazardous species such as stonefish and sharks at greater depth.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal approach, and the deeper wall is a better fit for divers comfortable managing depth and moving water.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-protection and access rules, and keep clear of the wall and bottom.
Local Intel For Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for scuba with a 15 m plateau and a steep deep drop-off to about 70 m.
Freediving
The shallow plateau can work for confident freedivers, but the site is primarily a scuba profile because the deep wall is the main feature.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallow plateau and shoreline water; the wall and richer terrain are better underwater.
Wildlife at Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Umm Dom/Stoney Beach
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
