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Moray Garden

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 species 30 contributors

Moray Garden is a year-round Egyptian dive site known for abundant moray eels and healthy coral ecosystems.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Nudibranch

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.3 kn
Wave
0.7 m
Water
27.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (36%)
Now: NNW (329°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.53m

Today: High 14:00 (+0.03m), Low 07:00 (-0.19m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.3 m
▼ 07:00 · -0.19m ▲ 14:00 · +0.03m ▼ 19:00 · -0.11m ▲ 01:00 · +0.01m Now +0.0m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.85 · high Air PM2.513 · moderate 06:28 18:42
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 15 0.86 7 0mm
09-20 13.3 0.84 7 0mm
09-21 10.6 0.72 7 0mm
09-22 11.3 0.62 7 0mm
09-23 14.1 0.8 7 0mm
09-24 14.9 0.94 7 0mm
09-25 14.3 1.06 7 0mm

About this spot

Moray Garden lives up to its name. This Egyptian dive site attracts visitors looking for moray eels in their natural habitat. The site supports a healthy coral ecosystem with no reported bleaching stress, making it a solid choice for divers interested in macro life and reef structure. The site draws consistent traffic from both local operators and visiting divers. Twelve species observations have been logged by the diving community, giving you a good sense of what to expect underwater. Three community videos document conditions and marine life, so you can preview the site before booking. Egypt's year-round diving means you can visit Moray Garden on your schedule. The lack of marine protection area designation means fewer restrictions on access. Plan ahead with a local dive operator familiar with the site's layout and current conditions.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Nudibranch

Dive types

Reef

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 3863km · ~888kg · €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 Moray Garden?

Moray Garden is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip around your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check with local operators for current visibility and water conditions before booking.

What marine life will I see at Moray Garden?

Moray eels are the signature species here. Twelve recorded species observations show the site supports diverse reef life. The healthy coral ecosystem (no bleaching stress reported) provides habitat for the animals you'll encounter.

Do I need permits or special access to dive here?

Moray Garden is not inside a marine protected area, so access restrictions are minimal. Work with an established local operator who knows the site and current Egyptian dive regulations.

How do I learn more about conditions before I go?

Three community videos are available showing real footage from Moray Garden. These give you a preview of visibility, site layout, and marine life. Twelve logged species observations also help set expectations.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Planet Divers

9.1 km
4.6 (110 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 25+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Dahab Freedivers

9.2 km
Dive centre
Hours: Every Day 9:00-17:30

Golden Blocks

0.4 km
Dive centre

Lagona Divers

0.4 km
4.9 (36 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 36+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

بركودا

7.1 km
Dive centre

Dahab Dive Paradise

7.8 km
Dive centre

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Moray garden Scuba diving in Red sea Egypt

Diaa Mohamed - Visual Artist

Moray Garden

Scuba Diving | Dahab | Egypt

DAHAB - Dive No. 7 - Moray Garden (12.2.2024)

Monstrosa - Underwater Explorers
wind peaks Jun-Sep-May, 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 (91/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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