El Fanadir Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

25.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Fanadir is a popular dive site located near Hurghada, known for its vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. The site features both shallow and deeper areas, making it suitable for various skill levels.

Divers can explore colorful coral gardens, encounter schools of fish, and possibly spot larger species such as turtles and rays. The site offers both reef and wall diving experiences.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 25.0–30.0 °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:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best light conditions in the morning, wide-angle lenses recommended for reef shots.

Location

Underwater Moments at El Fanadir

Chocolate Chip Sea Star

Protoreaster nodosus

hawkfish

Cirrhitichthys spp.

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