Marsa Samadai

Stunning bay, rich reef, suitable for all divers with turtles and morays.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
17m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Marsa Samadai, is a stunning bay located off the coast of Egypt, renowned for its rich reef system and suitability for divers of all experience levels. Its accessible depths and often calm conditions make navigation straightforward, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the underwater environment. The site is so captivating that many choose to dive the same reef multiple times to explore its extensive beauty.

The vibrant coral reef at Marsa Samadai hosts an impressive array of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter majestic hawksbill turtles gracefully swimming through the waters, as well as gigantic moray eels peeking from their crevices within the reef. In the shallower areas of the bay, schools of Indian mackerel are a common sight, alongside numerous other species of colorful reef fish and healthy corals.

Marsa Samadai is an excellent year-round diving destination, offering consistent conditions for underwater exploration. Its moderate maximum depth of 17 meters and average depth of 8 meters make it perfect for both leisurely scuba dives and rewarding freediving sessions. Snorkelers will also find the shallow, teeming waters highly enjoyable, making it a fantastic spot for the whole family to experience the Red Sea's marine wonders.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

This site offers accessible depths and calm conditions, suitable for both beginners and experienced divers.

Current Strength:

Mild

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