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Rocky North

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.1 12 species 15 contributors

Rocky North is a year-round Egyptian dive site with healthy coral and recorded marine biodiversity.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
17.1 kn
Wave
1.04 m
Water
30.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (80%)
Now: NNW (340°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.36m

Next: Low at 06:00 (-0.08m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.08m ▲ 13:00 · +0.05m ▼ 19:00 · -0.02m ▲ 01:00 · +0.09m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.4 · high Air PM2.527 · moderate 06:22 18:34
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 19.9 1.26 7 0mm
09-20 22.6 1.44 7 0mm
09-21 20.1 1.4 7 0mm
09-22 19 1.02 7 0mm
09-23 16.2 1.16 7 0mm
09-24 17.7 1.32 7 0mm
09-25 19.2 1.58 7 0mm

About this spot

Rocky North sits off Egypt's coast as an accessible dive destination with no marine protected area restrictions. The site maintains coral health with no bleaching stress recorded, making it a stable choice for repeat visits. Twelve species observations logged here document the local marine life, while three community videos provide real dives of conditions and wildlife encounters. The spot works as a year-round option, though specific depth, visibility, water temperature, and difficulty ratings aren't published yet. This makes Rocky North suitable for divers who scout conditions locally or contact regional operators before booking. The lack of MPA designation means fewer regulatory requirements, though standard Egyptian dive site practices and safety protocols apply. Community submissions and species data suggest Rocky North draws consistent interest from travelling divers. Video documentation gives you a preview of what to expect topside and in the water. Use local dive shops in Egypt to confirm seasonal swell, visibility, and the best days to dive based on weather windows.

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Best months

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

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 4403km · ~1013kg · €18

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

What's the best time to dive Rocky North?

Year-round diving is possible at Rocky North. Local dive shops can advise on seasonal weather, water conditions, and visibility windows to maximize your trip.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not published for Rocky North. Contact regional Egyptian dive operators to confirm site conditions and get guidance on skill requirements before diving.

What marine life is at Rocky North?

Twelve species observations are documented at Rocky North, with no bleaching stress on coral. Community videos show local wildlife. Request a species list from dive operators or check uploaded community footage for specifics.

Are permits or marine restrictions required?

Rocky North is not inside a marine protected area, so standard MPA permits are not needed. Follow Egyptian diving laws and dive site safety practices. Check with local operators on any other regulations.

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Verified marine species observations

12 records · 12 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Carcharhinus longimanus

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Dec 2005
×1records

Dendronephthya hemprichi

Anthozoa · Nephtheidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Dec 2005
×1records

Melithaea splendens

Anthozoa · Melithaeidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Dec 2005
×1records

Ancylomenes longicarpus

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
GBIF
Last seen:
8 Dec 2005
×1records

Taeniura lymma

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
8 Dec 2005
×1records

Tripneustes gratilla

Echinoidea · Toxopneustidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Dec 2005
×1records

Cladopsammia gracilis

Anthozoa · Dendrophylliidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Dec 2005
×1records

Phyllacanthus imperialis

Echinoidea · Cidaridae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Dec 2005
×1records

Stenopus hispidus

Malacostraca · Stenopodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Dec 2005
×1records

Phyllidia varicosa

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Dec 2005
×1records

Tridacna maxima

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Dec 2005
×1records

Octopus cyanea

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Dec 2005
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Red Sea, Egypt · Diving safari to Daedalus, Elphinstone, Brothers · Nov/Dec 2019

Deep Ambit Diving

Diving Safari -Brothers-Daedalus-Elphinstone-Rocky-Zabargad

Mustafa El-Kharoiti
💬 1 top comments
  • salaam big brother, ik dacht dat dit jouw ervaring was, maar ik zie je niet, heb je dit gefilmd of is dit video van je vrienden ( collega ),

    @nadinxx7 · 👍 0

Red Sea, North route, Egypt 2017

Ясен Кунчев
wind peaks Feb-Sep-Mar, calmest Aug-Nov-Jul, 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: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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