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PADI Dive Center · Red Sea · Egypt

Scuba Diving in
Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh is a global top-10 dive destination. Ras Mohammed National Park, the SS Thistlegorm wreck, and over 150 named dive sites all within a 2-hour boat ride. As a PADI-certified dive centre operating since 2005, we take beginners and advanced divers alike.

Dives from

$45 / person

Certification

PADI Dive Center

Top site

Ras Mohammed NP

Beginners

Welcome — no cert needed

Top Dive Sites

World-class diving on your doorstep

The Red Sea has exceptional water clarity (up to 40m visibility in winter), warm temperatures year-round, and a staggering diversity of marine life. The famous shark reef at Ras Mohammed sees hammerhead sharks, whitetip and blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, and schools of barracuda numbering in the thousands.

The SS Thistlegorm, a WWII British supply ship sunk in 1941, is consistently voted one of the world's best wreck dives. At 30 metres depth, it rests intact with tanks, motorcycles, and trains still aboard. A 2-hour boat trip from Sharm marina.

Ras Mohammed National Park

Reef · Pelagic · Sharks

5–40m

All levels

SS Thistlegorm Wreck

WWII Wreck

15–32m

Advanced Open Water

Blue Hole, Dahab

Wall dive · Technical

5–130m

Open Water +

The Gardens (Naama Bay)

Reef · Beginners

5–18m

All levels

PADI

Certified dive center

2005

Operating in Sharm

150+

Named dive sites

30m+

Winter visibility

FAQ

Scuba Diving Sharm El Sheikh — Common Questions

Do I need a PADI certificate to go diving in Sharm El Sheikh?

No. We offer PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) experiences for complete beginners — no certification needed. You'll receive full training in shallow water before the guided dive. For independent diving at deeper sites, an Open Water certification is required.

What are the best dive sites near Sharm El Sheikh?

Ras Mohammed National Park (shark reef & jackfish alley) is world-famous. The SS Thistlegorm WWII wreck is one of the top 10 dive sites globally. Closer to town, the Gardens and Near Garden are excellent for beginner dives.

Is diving safe in Sharm El Sheikh?

Sharm El Sheikh is one of the safest diving destinations in the world. All our boats carry oxygen, full first aid kits, and have a trained dive guide per group of 4 divers. We dive within Egyptian Tourism Authority guidelines at all times.

How much does a scuba diving trip cost in Sharm El Sheikh?

Guided 2-tank dives start at $45/person including equipment. PADI Discover Scuba (beginner) experiences are $65–$80 including full instruction. PADI Open Water courses (3 days) start at $250.

What is the best time to dive in Sharm El Sheikh?

Sharm El Sheikh has year-round diving. Water temperatures range from 22°C in winter to 28°C in summer. September–November is ideal for calm seas and warm water. Winter offers outstanding visibility (30m+) as the cooler water is clearer.

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PADI-certified guides · Free cancellation · No upfront payment. Beginner courses and guided dives available daily.

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