Sharks Bay - House Reef

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt Ras Mohammed National Park

4.0 (1 review)

All levels

Sloping house reef with ledges, seasonal megafauna visits.

Shore Access
15m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a gently sloping house reef featuring a series of ledges, making it suitable for introductory dives. It's also a fantastic location for underwater photographers due to the abundant marine life present. The bay where this reef resides is known for its seasonal visits from whale sharks and manta rays, particularly during springtime – hence the name. Common sightings include eagle rays, giant moray eels, and Napoleon wrasse. This area offers a diverse and rewarding diving experience.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

coral reefsharkmanta raywhale

Marine Life

whale sharkmanta rayeagle raygiant moray eelNapoleon wrasselionfishclownfishanthiasparrotfishhard and soft corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Gently sloping reef for beginners, with deeper areas and large animal encounters for more experienced divers.

Hazards:
depthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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