Blue Hole Suggest edit

Egypt Suggest · South Sinai Suggest

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AdvancedDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

56Max dive depth

56.0 mSite max depth

20.0–40.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

March to NovemberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Blue Hole is a famous diving site located in South Sinai, Egypt, known for its stunning underwater topography and rich marine life. It features a deep sinkhole that attracts divers from around the world.

Divers can explore the vertical walls of the Blue Hole, which are adorned with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine species. The site offers opportunities for both recreational diving and technical dives, particularly for those interested in exploring the arch at around 56 meters.

Conditions

Visibility: 20.0–40.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; use wide-angle lenses to capture the expansive underwater scenery.

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