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Abu Ramada Cave

3.8 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 species 26 contributors

Abu Ramada Cave offers year-round diving off Egypt's coast with documented marine biodiversity and accessible underwater exploration.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Shore entryFamily-friendly

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Activity
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
12.9 kn
Wave
0.5 m
Water
28.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (56%)
Now: NW (306°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.48m

Today: High 13:00 (+0.01m), Low 06:00 (-0.17m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.17m ▲ 13:00 · +0.01m ▼ 18:00 · -0.09m ▲ 01:00 · +0.03m Now -0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.05 · high Air PM2.59 · good 06:31 18:44
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 17 0.72 7 0mm
09-20 17 0.84 7 0mm
09-21 16 0.86 7 0mm
09-22 15.5 0.78 7 0mm
09-23 16.5 0.72 7 0mm
09-24 16 0.8 7 0mm
09-25 17.5 1 7 0mm

About this spot

Abu Ramada Cave is a dive site located off the Egyptian coast, accessible year-round for divers seeking cave and reef exploration. The site draws interest from recreational divers exploring Egypt's Red Sea and coastal underwater geography. With 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos available, the spot has modest but growing diver activity and documentation. The cave formation itself provides structure and features typical of Egyptian Red Sea diving environments. Coral health indicators show no stress at the site, suggesting stable reef conditions for ongoing exploration. The area remains outside marine protected zones, allowing standard recreational access for qualified divers. Divers visiting Abu Ramada Cave benefit from Egypt's established dive tourism infrastructure and year-round warm water conditions. The site's species observations and community-contributed video content offer insight into what to expect underwater. Local dive operators in Egypt's Red Sea region can arrange trips and provide current site conditions.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

CaveReef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 3946km · ~908kg · €16

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 59/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 8h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 7h east · 5 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Abu Ramada Cave?

Abu Ramada Cave is diveable year-round. Egypt's Red Sea maintains warm water temperatures throughout the calendar, making any month suitable for planning a trip. Check with local operators for seasonal weather and sea conditions that may affect access on specific dates.

What marine life can you see at Abu Ramada Cave?

Twelve species have been documented at the site, reflecting typical Red Sea biodiversity. Community videos provide firsthand footage of what divers encounter. Contact local operators or review available dive reports for current species sightings and seasonal variations.

Do I need special permits or certifications to dive here?

Abu Ramada Cave is not within a marine protected area, so standard recreational diving access applies. Work with a local dive operator who will confirm any Egypt-specific requirements, insurance, or recommended certifications for cave exploration.

How do I get to Abu Ramada Cave?

The site is accessed via boat from Egypt's Red Sea coast. Local dive operators run regular trips and provide all transportation and logistical support. Plan your visit through an established Red Sea dive center for current access details.

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Gota Abu Ramada Egypt Dive Site Review - www.simplyscuba.com

Simply Scuba
💬 1 top comments
  • So, will all the equipment you sell, you couldn't use a dive light?

    @rlf029 · 👍 0

Diving Hurghada: Abu Ramada Area

Jamie Turner

Underwater Excursion through Abu Ramada

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  • Beautiful

    @vernonadams31 · 👍 1
wind peaks Jun-Aug-Sep, calmest Jan-Nov-Dec, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (89/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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