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Sea Dancer

4.1 — based on 24 community signals
4.3 12 species 35 contributors

Sea Dancer wreck dive off Egypt offers year-round access to a storied underwater site with healthy coral and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Nudibranch

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.7 kn
Wave
0.72 m
Water
27.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (36%)
Now: NNW (333°)
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
UV6.6 · high Air PM2.514 · 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

Sea Dancer is a wreck dive destination in Egypt that welcomes divers throughout the year. The site sits outside a marine protected area, making it accessible for recreational diving. Current coral health assessments show no stress, indicating a stable ecosystem around the wreck structure. Species observations logged at Sea Dancer total 12 documented marine life encounters, giving divers insight into what they might encounter underwater. The site has generated community video content—three documented recordings—providing real-world footage of conditions and marine activity. While specific depth and visibility metrics aren't extensively documented here, the wreck format typical of Egyptian dive sites offers varied topography suitable for different experience levels. Divers planning a trip should connect with local dive operators in Egypt for current conditions, required permits, and detailed briefings on the wreck layout and safety protocols.

📖 Guide: Diving in Egypt: 258 Sites From Wrecks to Hammerheads

Best months

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

Marine life

Nudibranch

Dive types

Wreck

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 ↔ 3862km · ~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 Sea Dancer?

Sea Dancer is accessible year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule and travel preferences rather than seasonal restrictions.

What marine life can I expect at Sea Dancer?

Twelve documented species observations have been recorded at the site. Check with local dive operators for the most current sightings and encounter guides before your dive.

Do I need permits or special authorization to dive Sea Dancer?

Sea Dancer lies outside a marine protected area. Contact local Egyptian dive operators for current regulations, permit requirements, and safety guidelines.

Is the coral healthy at Sea Dancer?

Coral around the wreck shows no stress in recent assessments, indicating a stable reef environment for your dive.

Operators near this spot

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

Planet Divers

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

Dahab Freedivers

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

H2O Divers

0 km
4.9 (144 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 43+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Sea Dancer

0 km
Dive centre

Desert Divers

0 km
4.7 (143 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 42+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Sinai Divers Backpacker

0.1 km
5.0 (164 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 26+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

98 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Discias forsskali

Malacostraca · Disciadidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Oct 2020
×1records

Crinoidea

Crinoidea
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×8records

Palaemonidae

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×6records

Bohadschia cousteaui

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×4records

Paguridae

Malacostraca · Paguridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Holothuria (Stauropora) fuscocinerea

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Tetralia cavimana

Malacostraca · Tetraliidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Domiporta carnicolor

Gastropoda · Mitridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Acar plicata

Bivalvia · Arcidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Tetraloides heterodactylus

Malacostraca · Tetraliidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Allogalathea elegans

Malacostraca · Galatheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×3records

Gibberulus gibberulus

Gastropoda · Strombidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Oct 2013
×2records

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

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Egypt - Abu Dabab / Where Mermaids Dance

Behind the Mask
💬 3 top comments
  • 😌sehr schön lieber Peter 🧜‍♀️

    @miriamgrandauer68 · 👍 4
  • Wunderbares Video.

    @lichtfang-photography · 👍 3
  • Great time with unforgettable experiences !!

    @pestivideo-PeterLöseke · 👍 3

Divers Harlem Shake , Sea Dancers, Dahab

Hasan Alhasan
💬 3 top comments
  • it was my pleasure to do so georgina , hope we see you soon in Dahab, we could do more :)

    @hasanalhasan7219 · 👍 0
  • Stoked to be a part of this! :D xxx

    @FunkyMonkeyGeo13 · 👍 1
  • The fact that I know and have met these people 😂

    @crowsandlemons · 👍 1

Sea Dancer in Dahab Egypt | Red Sea Tribe Dive Center

Red Sea Tribe
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 (97/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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