Shaab Helua, which means “beautiful reef” in Arabic, is located on the western part of the majestic Shaab El Erg reef. The diversity and the colourful coral landscape are a delight here. Experience the fascinating interplay of light and colours. Shaab Helua is also known for its frequent encounters with dolphins. An encounter with dolphins is an unforgettable experience

This site lies off the island of Umm Gamar, or "mother of the moon" in Arabic. The south end has a shallow plateau where the moorings are positioned, this location is the most used. For first timers at Umm Gamar the dive will take place from the plateau, moving eastwards to the drop off then north along the wall. After a short swim against the current you reach three pinnacles close together, chimneys reach through the pinnacles toward the surface. After exploring this area you take advantage of the light current to drift back to the corner of the plateau where three small ergs are found, covered in glass fish. Finish the dive on the plateau exploring the numerous coral heads and reef fish. The east and west side have awesome drift dives and the northern tip has a magnificent coral garden but is only accessible in very good weathe

Arabic for “long reef”, which reaches almost to the surface. This reef is criss-crossed by numerous crevices and transitions, making it a special jewel. A wreck can be admired here at a depth of 28 to 35 metres. A wide plateau with a unique ecosystem characterised by large and small boulders close to the reef wall awaits you.

Careless Reef is known for its breathtaking coral garden. The shallow plateau is perfect for beginners, while the deeper parts of the reef offer more challenges for experienced divers. Divers often encounter large groups of fish, including snappers, barracudas, tuna, groupers and barbels or even the occasional turtle. A careful look is worthwhile. With a bit of luck, the resident reef shark or a majestic eagle ray will swim past.

Shaab Iris is a dive site that makes divers' hearts beat faster. With its small main reef and surrounding coral blocks, this site offers a fascinating underwater landscape that is alive with an incredible variety of marine life, as if you were swimming in an aquarium. Shaab Iris is not only rich in fish, but also an ideal destination for photographers and macro explorers. Every now and then, divers may be lucky enough to see an eagle ray pass by.

This impressive dive site is located in the north of Hurghada and delights every diver with its reef wall and a fascinating lagoon at the end of the dive. It glitters and sparkles here. The play of light from the sun and the water is a real experience. You can often see whole schools of surgeonfish, squid and many schooling fish. Camouflage artists hide in the numerous crevices in the reef wall. Keep your eyes open - there's plenty to discover here. In the open water of Sakhwa Abu Galawa, you may be lucky enough to encounter dolphins. Dive in and explore this fascinating ecosystem, which offers you unique insights into the underwater world.

Fanadir Foc is known for its breathtaking underwater landscape, which consists of an elongated 12 metre high hard coral wall, a sand plateau running diagonally to the edge and a deep drop-off. In the reef wall and on the plateau of El Fanadir Foc you will find a variety of marine life that is well camouflaged or poisonous. From real stonefish, torpedo rays, pyramid boxfish and red sea walkman to red octopus, moray eels and snake eels, there is an incredible variety of underwater creatures to discover here. With a bit of luck, you may also see majestic eagle rays, turtles and dolphins passing by.

This fascinating dive site, south of El Fanadir Foc, allows for both a stationary and a pick-up dive. In the winter months, you have a good chance of encountering majestic eagle rays and large sand stingrays at this dive site. The feather-tailed stingrays, mangrove stingrays and leopard stingrays are most common here and offer spectacular encounters for divers. Anything can happen at this dive site and it never fails to surprise.

Dorfa El Fanous East can be explored either as a one way dive or stationary. This dive site begins with a beautiful starting block and two further blocks. It is teeming with small bannerfish and fusiliers that fill the reef with life and make for spectacular diving experiences. The 12-metre block is also home to charming cleaner fish that love to swim into the mouths and ears of divers and clean them. But be careful not to swallow them. With a bit of luck, you may also come across playful dolphins that are in the mood to play and make your diving experience unforgettable.

Shaab Pinky can be explored as a drift pick-up in calm weather, which makes this diving experience a very special adventure. The main reef is between 12 and 20 metres deep and stretches across a sandy plateau to the open sea. Here we have a depth of 30 to 35 metres, so there is something for every diving level. Here you have a good chance of encountering the large fish that populate the reef. Turtles are also native to this area and can be spotted during your dive. If the current is good, you can reach a small field of pipe eels at the end of your dive, which offers a fascinating spectacle and makes your dive an unforgettable experience.

Stone Beach, also known as Hamda, can be explored either stationary or as a one-way trip. Directly under the boat line, a huge lettuce coral awaits you on a sloping hard coral plateau. Between 14 and 18 metres there are two smaller sandy areas populated by a variety of marine life. A drop-off edge leads to the north, where you can discover an overhang worth seeing at just under 40 metres. The way back to the boat should be dived shallowly in the 5-10 metre range to hunt for small animals. Dive in and discover the fascinating variety of underwater creatures that make this dive site a true underwater paradise.

The dive site Shaab Alex has two beautiful coral gardens and can be done as a drift pick up dive. The journey to this beautiful dive site takes about 90 minutes, so there is plenty of time to assemble your equipment. The dive site begins with a sloping reef from 7 to 25 metres, consisting of a variety of stony and hard corals. On the sandy area there are many beautiful table corals and ergs. Occasionally you will find guitar sharks, tuna, jacks and large moray eels as well as turtles and with a lot of luck you may encounter a whale shark.

The Banana Reef naturally got its name from its appearance. The dive site can be done stationary or as a drift to the line. A turtle often swims past and in winter you can find feather-tailed stingrays. The current can be quite strong in this area and unfortunately affects visibility in the shallow water. The main features are an amazing erg, boulders, gorgonians and a purple and violet decorated coral garden. The coral gardens drop off in a north-westerly direction and gradually turn into a sandy patch at around 20 metres. In the south-eastern corner and within easy reach of the wall is a delightful settlement of anemones tending to their offspring. There are also barracudas, mackerel, lionfish, groupers and octopus.

With its coral garden, Shaab Sabina is reminiscent of the dream world in Alice in Wonderland. Its pointed reef tongue is striking and is perfect for drift diving. On the surface, the Red Sea is absolutely calm here, but beware of the sometimes strong currents during your dive. From the slope, the magnificent coral garden plunges from the top down to the seabed at a depth of 14 metres. The light that breaks through the waves and shines brightly on the white sand patches bathes the neighbouring labyrinth of coral networks in a dreamlike panorama. The reef is populated by large hogfish, giant pufferfish, turtles, bannerfish, masked butterflyfish, flutefish, various surgeonfish, broomtail wrasse and masked parrotfish. Some turtles can be found and, if you are lucky, an eagle ray or even dolphins may swim past.

This unique dive site is located in the middle of the channel between the large and small Giftun Islands. It offers a small main reef with an exceptionally beautiful west side covered in vegetation. This dreamlike underwater landscape will make every photographer's heart beat faster. To the north of the main reef is a beautiful coral block that enchants divers with its beauty. Especially in the morning, you have a good chance of encountering majestic eagle rays and turtles and making unforgettable observations. If you look closely, you will find stonefish, a scorpionfish and a crocodile fish. Erg Sabina also offers many beautiful coral formations that invite you to explore and inspect at your leisure. Dive in and discover the fascinating variety of colours and shapes that this reef has to offer.

Our captain is happy to offer our divers a one-way dive in Shaab Dorfa. In the north of Shaab Dorfa there are two blocks at a depth of around 20 metres. Here you often have the opportunity to encounter majestic eagle rays or even a turtle. Two more blocks follow to the north. In front of the sheltered lagoon of Shaab Dorfa is another fish-rich block at a depth of 12 metres. Dive in and discover the fascinating variety of marine life and a localised Napoleon that make this dive site a true underwater paradise.

This unique dive site north of the small Giftun Island promises unforgettable dives. In the winter months, you can often discover sleeping whitetip reef sharks in their caves. Here, at the reef edge at around 22-25 metres, you often have the opportunity to encounter a variety of surgeonfish, fusiliers, jackfish, yellowfin tuna and majestic eagle rays. Turtles like to sleep on the plateau of Fanadira, while in winter you can often encounter mangrove stingrays. Make underwater paradise.

This famous dive site on the east side of the small Giftun Island can be dived as a stationary dive or as a one-way dive. At the edge of the reef you will find two beautifully overgrown blocks that fill the underwater landscape with colour and life. The special feature is located at around 28 metres. Here you will find a large block with a crevice that you can easily dive through. Marvel at the beauty and keep an eye out for the fascinating sea creatures that live here.

This unique dive site on the east side of the small Giftun Island promises unforgettable dives and in calm weather the captain invites you to a drift pick-up dive. At around 20 metres, we come across a beautiful overgrown plateau with lots of gorgonians and black coral. A look into the blue water could be worthwhile, because with a bit of luck, encounters with sharks are possible here. Both whale sharks and hammerheads have already been spotted in the waters of Shaab Timmi.

Giftun Soraya is located on the small Giftun Island. There is a toilet house (Ham Ham in Arabic) on the island, hence its name. Due to its current, the dive site is explored as a drift dive and the fascinating underwater landscapes can be explored effortlessly. Along the steep wall of Giftun Soraya Ham Ham there is a beautiful gorgonian forest that fills the reef with colour and life. The longnose hawkfish, affectionately known as LaNabüBas, can be found here. On the plateau of the reef you can encounter Napoleons, a turtle and, with a bit of luck, even bumphead parrotfish.

Abu Ramada is an island to the south of Giftun National Park. The plateau begins at the reef wall at a depth of 10 metres and drops down to 30 metres. There is often a strong current here and is therefore more suitable for experienced divers. In the vast majority of cases, the dive on the Abu Ramada plateau is a drift pick-up dive. The plateau is teeming with life such as snappers, surgeonfish, fusiliers, mackerel, barracudas and many other fascinating sea creatures. Dive in and let the current carry you along the plateau as you explore the fascinating underwater landscape. If you're lucky, you might even spot mobulas and whale sharks along the plateau.

The dive site is located north-east of Abu Ramada Island. Gorgonia is ideal for a drift pick-up dive. The dive site is a beautiful, colourfully overgrown wall with gorgonians. There is a variety of soft corals and if you look closely you will find starfish on the wall. There is a large group of tuna here and if you are lucky a grey reef shark will look you in the eye. na. Grey reef shark. But turtles and giant moray eels can also be found here. What can't be missed when you have gorgonians? The longnose hawkfish, affectionately known as LaBüBa, can be found if you look very closely. The current can be quite strong here, but then we just let ourselves drift along the steep wall.

Here, the captain usually suggests a drift dive towards Abu Ramada Cave in strong currents. Erg Camel is known for its lush soft corals and the large number of schooling fish that enliven the reef. This inevitably attracts predatory fish such as mackerel and tuna. The waters of Erg Camel are also home to majestic sea turtles. Further south you will also find pipe eels lolling their bodies out of the sand. In the winter months, you have a good chance of seeing white tip reef sharks while exploring the reef. Dive in and experience these impressive animals up close.

This fascinating dive site is located on the south-east side of Abu Ramada Island. It is dominated by a large boulder structure that extends from a depth of 20 metres down to 31 metres. On the north side of the block there is a large opening at a depth of 24 metres. Here you have the opportunity to look comfortably into the interior of the block. The Abu Ramada Cave is home to a variety of marine life, including glass fish, broadband seahorses, shrimps and groupers. Occasionally, you may also encounter impressive large fish at Abu Ramada Cave, including eagle rays, turtles and bumphead parrotfish. Keep your eyes peeled and enjoy these unforgettable underwater encounters.

Carlson's Corner is located on the south side of Abu Ramada and offers ideal diving conditions in almost all wind conditions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site is suitable for everyone. It is particularly suitable for stationary dives and diving courses. For those who prefer drift diving, the west side of Carlson's Corner is ideal. At the end of the dive, the rest of a small wreck is usually explored, making the dive an exciting adventure. A special highlight of Carlson's Corner is the encounter with a Napoleon, which is frequently sighted at this dive site.

Affectionately named after Captain Fox, you will come across a beautiful coral block at 18 metres. The dive site is offered by our Fox as a drift pick-up. Further south are two magnificent coral gardens where turtles are often encountered. The rare red sea snail has also been sighted here. Shoals of large barracudas are not uncommon here. Keep your eyes peeled at the edge of the reef, where the majestic eagle ray occasionally flies past.

A new diving attraction in Hurghada is the artificial dive site Shaab Quai's tanks. In order to relieve the reefs and offer divers something new, an underwater military museum was built and tanks were sunk. In a short time, fish have already taken their place and the first corals have settled. Small blocks can be found on the sand plateau and it is worth taking your time to look out for ganels.

Welcome to an unforgettable dive at Tiffany, a fascinating little reef. Diving here is usually stationary so that you can explore the diversity of this fascinating dive site in peace. Two larger blocks, a seagrass meadow and several small blocks within sight form a harmonious unit at Shaab Tiffany. A paradise for photographers, explorers and fans of macro photography. Here you can marvel at octopuses, squid and shrimps of all kinds and experience the fascinating diversity of the underwater world up close. Hidden in the seagrass meadow are seagrass ghost pipefish and pipefish that are just waiting to be discovered by attentive divers.

Aruk Talata is known for its rich population of petite reef fish, but barracudas, squid, stonefish and scorpion fish can also be found here. Divers have the opportunity to observe large schools of Indo-Pacific soldierfish and barbels as they glide through the clear waters of the Red Sea. The calm waters make this dive site an ideal destination for divers of all levels. Aruk Talata consists of two oval ergs that are connected by a fascinating coral garden. Fascinating sights await you along the erg, including a giant brain coral that seems to point the way to a corridor or coral garden. On the other side is a mysterious cave where a group of glass fish have made their home.

Ras Disha offers a variety of diving opportunities. Whether stationary, as a one-way dive or as an exciting drift pick-up dive - there is something for every diver here. A plateau with an impressive drop-off edge runs parallel to the main reef. This plateau widens towards the south and offers a variety of fish-rich blocks. On the main plateau of Ras Disha there are several beautifully overgrown ergs inhabited by a variety of fascinating marine life. Here you can often encounter eagle rays, turtles, crocodile fish and barracudas. Along the sandy slope is a fascinating field of pipe eels. Dive in and explore this unique ecosystem.

Abu Hashish is a fascinating dive site just 90 minutes south of Hurghada. Whether stationary, as a one-way dive or as an exciting drift pick-up dive - there is something for everyone.
You can explore the plateau, which is between 15 and 22 metres deep and leads to a steep wall with impressive visibility. The reef tongue is home to elongated ergs, while the sloping plateau leads to a breathtaking drop-off with overhangs and small caves waiting to be explored. Along the steep wall, anything can pass by if you are lucky. On the plateau itself, turtles, blue-spotted rays, moray eels and various groupers can be observed. Squid and baby barracuda schools can be admired in the lagoon.

The wreck of El Minja is an Egyptian minesweeper that was shot at and sunk by Israeli warplanes in 1970. Today it lies outside the port of Hurghada at a depth of 25-32 metres and tells the story of past events. Diving on the wreck of El Minja is an unforgettable experience that requires diving experience. The wreck rests on its side and offers divers the opportunity to explore and penetrate it. Visiting from the inside is easy and enjoyable while discovering the fascinating remains of the ship. When diving on the wreck of El Minja, you can admire the remains of the boat's equipment, including anti-aircraft guns, scattered ammunition and various types of equipment for placing and removing mines. Through numerous holes in the hull of the ship, you can get a fascinating insight into the interior of the wreck. Explore the wreck of El Minja from the left side of the ship to the bow and discover the fascinating secrets of this extraordinary dive site.

The Balena was built in 1952 as a mail boat and later converted into a safari boat in 1992. Permanently stationed in Hurghada, she began setting out from there on diving cruises in the Red Sea. Over the years she visited numerous dive sites, but over time her condition deteriorated and reports spoke of a dilapidated vessel without the necessary crew and licences. In August 1999, the Balena changed hands again, but was never refloated. She lay for months in the vicinity of various hotels, rusting away. In April 2001, she finally witnessed a tragic event when a sudden fire broke out and the ship sank within just three hours. To this day, the exact cause of the fire has not been clearly established. The wreck of the Balena lies on an even keel at a maximum depth of 10 metres on the sandy bottom. The dive is best started at the stern, where numerous interesting details can already be discovered. From the propeller to the ship's cabins, there is plenty to explore. The shallow diving depth makes the wreck accessible even for novice divers. Explore the wreck of the Balena and discover a variety of marine life that has taken up residence in and around the ship. From colourful nudibranchs to hidden blue-spotted stingrays, there is plenty to discover here. Every dive on the wreck of the Balena promises an unforgettable adventure in a fascinating underwater world.