Diving in Southern Red Sea
Quick Facts
- • Entry types: Mostly shore entries
- • Expect: Varies by conditions visibility
- • Highlights: Discover Southern Red Sea's dive spots
Explore the underwater wonders of Southern Red Sea, ecoregion. This region features 3 documented dive spots, each offering unique underwater experiences. Whether you're seeking calm snorkeling bays, challenging freediving depths, or exciting scuba adventures, Southern Red Sea has something for every underwater explorer. Browse detailed spot information, check current conditions from recent dive logs, and connect with the local diving community to make the most of your visit.
Regional Context
🏛️ Marine Hierarchy
🌍 Associated Countries
Countries in Southern Red Sea (5)
Popular Spots in Southern Red Sea (3)
Long Reef (South)
Long Reef (South) is recognized as the longest coral reef in the Allaith region, extending approximately 55 km from the shore. The reef features a gradual decline on both the eastern and western sides, reaching depths of 70 to 80 meters. The southern section of the reef descends from 35 meters to 25 meters, where divers can observe a variety of soft and hard corals. At a depth of 35 meters, there is a notable presence of large gorgonian corals. Strong currents may attract grey reef sharks in the deeper areas, making this site suitable for experienced divers.
Malathu Island
Malathu Island features a plateau that descends over 25 meters to a depth of 35 meters. Below this, another plateau can be found at depths of 45 meters and 60 meters, with steep declines on either side. Located to the south of Malathu Island, the site is home to gorgonian corals in deeper areas. Divers may encounter silky sharks along with a variety of soft and hard corals and associated fish species.
MarMar
MarMar is one of the four significant reefs within the Farasan Banks, situated 48 kilometers from Allith. The eastern side of the reef features a slope that descends from the surface to depths of 500 meters, characterized by numerous caves and caverns. The northern plateau is known for its strong currents, often referred to locally as the 'washing machine.' Marine life in this area includes groupers, blue spotted rays, manta rays, white tip sharks, grey sharks, hammerheads, parrot fish, and barracuda.