About this spot
Ras Katy sits on Egypt's Red Sea coast and welcomes divers throughout the year. The site has generated interest from the diving community, with 12 documented species observations and three community-contributed videos available for planning your visit. This combination of data points suggests a productive reef environment worth exploring. The spot is not within a marine protected area, which means standard Egyptian dive regulations apply. Local conditions and seasonal changes are best confirmed directly with operators working in the region before booking.
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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
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From your departure country
- 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 Ras Katy?
Ras Katy is diveable year-round. Water conditions vary seasonally along Egypt's Red Sea, so check with local operators for current visibility and comfort levels before your trip.
›What marine life is found at Ras Katy?
Twelve species have been documented at Ras Katy. Review the community video library and species logs to see what recent dives have recorded at the site.
›Do I need permits or special access to dive Ras Katy?
Ras Katy is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Egyptian dive site rules apply. Confirm current requirements with your dive operator before arrival.
›What is the difficulty level and depth at Ras Katy?
Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators in the area for accurate information about conditions and what training is recommended.
