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سنسبلاش هاوس ريف

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

Year-round diving on Egypt's House Reef with healthy coral and abundant fish—accessible and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

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

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.1 kn
Wave
0.68 m
Water
27.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (33%)
Now: NW (324°)
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 -0.1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.85 · high Air PM2.59 · good 06:28 18:42
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 15.2 0.86 7 0mm
09-20 12.6 0.84 7 0mm
09-21 11.9 0.72 7 0mm
09-22 12.2 0.62 7 0mm
09-23 14.2 0.8 7 0mm
09-24 15 0.94 7 0mm
09-25 14.3 1.06 7 0mm

About this spot

Sensblash House Reef is a year-round dive destination on Egypt's Red Sea coast, offering consistent access to healthy coral ecosystems and active reef life. The reef supports a strong population of reef fish and invertebrates documented across 12 species observations, indicating a stable and biodiverse site. Coral health remains stress-free, making this an ideal spot for divers seeking pristine reef conditions without the seasonal constraints that limit other Red Sea locations. The House Reef setup means you can dive repeatedly over multiple days without long boat rides, maximizing bottom time and comfort. This style works well for divers building confidence or those who prefer multiple shorter dives to one deep profile. Local topography and marine life vary with each descent, keeping repeat visits fresh. Because data on specific depth, visibility, and water temperature is limited in current sources, contact local operators or guides before booking to confirm conditions for your planned dates. The lack of Marine Protected Area designation means fewer regulatory constraints, though the no-stress coral status reflects good stewardship. Whether you're diving solo, in a group, or planning a multi-day trip, year-round availability makes scheduling straightforward.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Nudibranch

Dive types

ReefShore

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 ↔ 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 Sensblash House Reef?

Year-round conditions allow diving any month. Red Sea temperatures and visibility vary seasonally—winter months (November–March) typically offer cooler water and good visibility, while summer brings warmer conditions. Contact local guides for current conditions before your trip.

What depth and difficulty level is this reef?

Specific depth ranges and difficulty ratings are not documented in available records. House Reef setups typically suit beginners to intermediate divers, but confirm maximum depth and current conditions with your local dive operator.

What marine life will I see?

The reef hosts at least 12 recorded species, indicating healthy fish and invertebrate populations. Expect typical Red Sea reef dwellers—groupers, snappers, damselfish, and reef-building corals. Larger pelagics appear seasonally. Coral health is not under stress, supporting consistent wildlife encounters.

Do I need permits or is it inside a protected area?

Sensblash House Reef is not within a Marine Protected Area, simplifying access. Standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Check current entry and permit requirements with Egyptian authorities or your dive operator before traveling.

Operators near this spot

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

Planet Divers

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

Dahab Freedivers

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

Sunsplash divers center

0.2 km
Dive centre

دايفرز هاوس

0.3 km
4.5 (129 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 54+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

إينمو

0.3 km
4.3 (334 reviews)
Dive centre
Verified

Scuba zone dahab

0.4 km
5.0 (758 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 39+ times this month
Hours: Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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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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