Shark Observatory - Ras Mohammed
Dramatic wall dive with incredible topography and pelagic encounters.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, known as Shark Observatory, is a premier destination for wall divers. Located on the Ras Mohammed national park headland, it’s named after the observation point overlooking the sea. The dive features a dramatic sheer wall characterized by numerous inlets, overhangs, and small open cave systems. Sunlight penetrates these formations, illuminating the coral-fringed plate above. It offers a visually stunning experience with its intricate underwater topography. This dive provides opportunities to explore diverse marine life within this unique environment.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
drift divesharkturtlecoral reefwall dive
Marine Life
Grey reef sharkSchooling barracudaJackfishTunaNapoleon wrasseGiant moray eelAnthiasGorgonian sea fansSoft corals
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Deep wall profile with potential for strong and unpredictable currents.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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