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Pinky Wall

3.6 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 species 31 contributors

Pinky Wall is a year-round Red Sea dive site in Egypt known for coral formations and pelagic encounters.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
0.4 kn
Wave
0.46 m
Water
28.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (25%)
Now: NW (326°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.5m

Today: High 13:00 (+0.03m), Low 06:00 (-0.15m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.15m ▲ 13:00 · +0.03m ▼ 19:00 · -0.08m ▲ 01:00 · +0.04m Now -0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.9 · high Air PM2.59 · good 06:29 18:43
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 4.4 0.66 7 0mm
09-20 6.6 0.72 7 0mm
09-21 6.2 0.76 7 0mm
09-22 4.6 0.6 7 0mm
09-23 4.6 0.56 7 0mm
09-24 5.3 0.66 7 0mm
09-25 4.3 0.86 7 0mm

About this spot

Pinky Wall sits in Egypt's Red Sea and draws divers year-round with its signature wall structure and healthy coral ecosystem. The site shows no signs of coral stress, making it a reliable choice for exploring intact reef habitat. Twelve species observations logged here include both common reef residents and passing pelagics, giving divers a mixed chance of encounters depending on season and conditions. The wall formation creates natural depth variation and current channels that funnel nutrients and marine life. Visibility remains consistent enough to explore the full profile, though conditions vary with Red Sea seasonal patterns. This combination of structure and biodiversity makes Pinky Wall accessible to divers across experience levels. Community videos document the site's marine activity and layout, offering pre-dive reference for route planning. Egypt's Red Sea diving infrastructure is well-established, with operators familiar with local conditions and regulations. No marine protected area restrictions apply, simplifying logistics for trips to Pinky Wall.

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Best months

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

Dive types

WallReef

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 ↔ 3905km · ~898kg · €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 Pinky Wall?

Pinky Wall is diveable year-round. Red Sea conditions shift seasonally—winter months (November–March) typically offer cooler water and stable conditions, while summer brings warmer temperatures and occasional stronger currents. Check local operator reports closer to your travel dates for current conditions.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Depth and difficulty data are not specified for this site. Contact local Egyptian dive operators or check recent community reports before booking to confirm profile details and suitable experience levels.

What marine life might I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded at Pinky Wall, including reef residents and pelagic visitors. Typical Red Sea encounters range from groupers and snappers to rays and occasional sharks. Exact species present vary by season and current patterns.

Do I need permits or permissions to dive here?

Pinky Wall is not within a marine protected area, simplifying access. However, Egypt requires standard diving with licensed operators and may have local regulations. Book through established Red Sea dive centers familiar with current entry requirements.

Operators near this spot

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

Camel Dive Club & Hotel

4.3 km
4.5 (338 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 39+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Ocean College, Ras Um Sid

1.8 km
Dive centre

Werner Lou

4 km
Dive centre

Maison De La Mer

4.3 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00

Red Sea Diving College

4.3 km
4.7 (251 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Duiken Pinky Wall Egypt SSH Juli 2013

Duiken Steven & Ann

Sharm El Sheikh - Dive at Tower Garden - June 23rd, 2019

Franco Fonsati

king Ray fish (PINKY WALL) Diving

Mohamed Raghieb
wind peaks Jul-Jun-Mar, calmest Sep-Nov-Oct, 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: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (86/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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