Halg El Shouni

Canyon entry to coral blocks with diverse reef life.

Shore Access
11m Avg Depth
23m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Halg El Shouni, is located in Egypt and offers a unique entry experience through a distinctive hole and subsequent canyon. Divers will navigate through this interesting topography, which then opens up to very nice coral blocks, forming the main landscape of the dive. There is no specific historical information or story provided about the dive site.

The marine life at Halg El Shouni includes intriguing sandeels, schools of barracudas, various moray eels hidden among the rocks, and well-camouflaged scorpionfishes. The vibrant coral blocks themselves host a multitude of smaller reef fish and invertebrates, contributing to a rich ecosystem.

While no specific 'best time to visit' is highlighted, divers should be aware that currents can be mild but strengthen during high tide, flowing north to south. It is advisable to check tidal conditions to plan dives accordingly, potentially making it a mild drift dive during stronger currents. The site's diverse topography and marine life make it suitable for both scuba divers and freedivers, with good opportunities for underwater photography.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Canyon navigation and variable currents require intermediate skills, despite generally mild conditions.

Hazards:
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Current Strength:

Variable

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