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Diving in Hurghada

Explore diving in Hurghada

Located on the Red Sea coast, diving in Hurghada offers colorful coral reefs, vibrant marine life, and dramatic underwater landscapes. Divers can explore fringing reefs, drop-offs, and wrecks teeming with lionfish, moray eels, parrotfish, and reef sharks. The area’s clear, warm waters make it ideal for underwater photography, while soft corals, sea fans, and sponge gardens create stunning scenery. With sites suitable for beginners and advanced divers alike, Hurghada scuba diving is one of Egypt’s top dive experiences.

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Common marine life sightings for Hurghada

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International travelers reach Hurghada dive sites via Hurghada International Airport (HRG), with direct flights from Europe and regional hubs. From the airport, dive resorts and operators along the coast are just a short drive away. Boats depart daily to explore nearby reefs, wrecks, and marine protected areas in the Red Sea. Land-based and liveaboard options are widely available, making Hurghada scuba diving trips easy to plan and accessible for all levels of divers.

Time Zone
UTC+02:00
Phone
+201000961156
Currency
EGP
Voltage
220 V
Pressure
Bar (bar)
Plug
C, F
Languages
Arabic, English, German, Russian
1st Stage
DIN
Domestic airports
Hurghada Intl. (HRG)
International airports
Hurghada Intl. (HRG)
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