Diving in El Quseir offers a relaxed and rewarding Red Sea experience, ideal for all levels. Shore diving is easy and accessible thanks to house reefs located just off the beach. For more remote dive spots, local dive operators run trips using comfortable dive boats, speedboats, or even minibus transfers to nearby coastal sites. With only a few dive centres in the area, most dive sites remain uncrowded and pristine. Highlights include the legendary Salem Express wreck and the thrilling Elphinstone Reef, known for its dramatic drop-offs and pelagic encounters. El Quseir is perfect for those seeking quiet, high-quality diving away from the crowds.
Getting to El Quseir is straightforward, making it an accessible destination for scuba divers and marine explorers. The town is conveniently located between Marsa Alam Airport and Hurghada Airport, both offering domestic and international flights. While Hurghada Airport has more frequent connections and generally cheaper flights, Marsa Alam Airport is closer, cutting down travel time. From either airport, most hotels provide reliable transfer services, or you can arrange private transport with local drivers for a more flexible option. El Quseir’s location and transport links make it an ideal base for exploring the pristine dive sites of the southern Red Sea.
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