Dahab

A laid-back Bedouin town 90 km north — home to the legendary Blue Hole, the Canyon and world-class shore diving.

🌊 5–110 m🐠 All levels🏖️ Shore diving

5–110 m

Depth range

All levels

Level

20–30 m

Visibility

Day trip

Access

Egypt’s shore-diving capital

The Blue Hole & beyond

About 90 km north of Sharm, Dahab is one of Egypt’s most beloved diving destinations. Once a Bedouin fishing village, it’s now a relaxed, bohemian town famous for world-class shore diving — from the legendary Blue Hole to canyons, coral gardens and dramatic walls. We run it as a day trip from Sharm.

The dive sites

The Blue Hole

10–110 m

Sinkhole · Cavern · Drift

One of the most iconic dive sites in the world — a massive underwater sinkhole ringed by reef wall, with vibrant coral gardens and a cavern (the “Bells”) leading out to the open sea. We dive it safely within recreational limits.

The Blue Hole dive map — 🗺️ Dive map — The Blue Hole

Marine life you might see

SnapperJackfishTrevallyTurtlesLionfishMoray eelsReef sharksTuna

The Canyon

5–30 m

Reef · Tunnel · Drift

A shallow dive with a stunning tunnel that opens to reveal a beautiful underwater world of swim-throughs and colourful coral formations. Intermediate to experienced.

The Canyon dive map — 🗺️ Dive map — The Canyon

Marine life you might see

AnthiasFusiliersNudibranchsBluespotted stingraysReef sharksLarge jacks

Ras Abu Gallum

5–30 m

Reef · Drift · Coral gardens

A remote site in the protected Ras Abu Gallum Nature Reserve, known for pristine coral gardens and rich marine life. Reached by camel or boat — a tranquil experience away from the crowds.

Ras Abu Gallum dive map — 🗺️ Dive map — Ras Abu Gallum

Marine life you might see

SnapperUnicornfishParrotfishTurtlesMoray eelsButterflyfishGroupersPelagics

Moray Garden

5–30 m

Reef · Coral garden · Fish haven

Known for its shallow reef and thriving marine life, starting on a sandy plateau that descends into coral gardens. Beginner to intermediate — lovely for reef and macro photography.

Moray Garden dive map — 🗺️ Dive map — Moray Garden

Marine life you might see

Moray eelsAnthiasButterflyfishParrotfishTurtlesNapoleon wrasseBluespotted stingraysLionfish

Golden Blocks

5–30 m

Reef · Coral gardens

A striking site with large coral blocks scattered across the seabed, creating maze-like formations to explore. Beginner to intermediate.

Golden Blocks dive map — 🗺️ Dive map — Golden Blocks

Marine life you might see

FusiliersSnapperParrotfishButterflyfishWrasseMoray eelsStonefishTurtlesReef sharks

Gabr El Bint

5–40 m

Reef · Drift · Wall

Near the southern Dahab coastline, a spectacular site with a dramatic wall, steep drop-offs and currents that make for excellent drift diving. Best for advanced divers.