This dive site, Sha’ab Sheer East, is a well-known and frequented rest area for safari boats in the Egyptian Red Sea, valued for its large, quiet, and safe mooring conditions. The reef is easily navigable, starting just inches below the surface, with coral heads that become visible above the water at low tide. While no specific historical events are noted, its reputation as a safe harbor highlights its consistent and protected environment.
Divers at Sha’ab Sheer East can anticipate a rich display of marine biodiversity. The site is home to hundreds of pipefish, various sizes of moray eels, and cleverly camouflaged crocodile fish. Adding to the larger aquatic residents are a patrolling Napoleon Wrasse and indigenous longfin batfish, all thriving within the healthy and extensive coral formations.
The shallow maximum depth of 18 meters and average depth of 9 meters, combined with generally calm conditions, make this an excellent site for divers of all levels, especially beginners. It is highly suitable for snorkelers and freedivers due to the close-to-surface reef and good visibility. The site is particularly appealing for macro photography enthusiasts, given the high density of small marine creatures.
