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Tower

3.8 — based on 23 community signals
4.3 12 species 36 contributors

Tower is a year-round dive site near Sharm el-Sheikh offering coral reefs and diverse marine life in the Red Sea.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
0.4 kn
Wave
0.4 m
Water
28.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (28%)
Now: NW (315°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.5m

Next: Low at 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
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.85 · high Air PM2.511 · good 06:29 18:43
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 3.4 0.64 7 0mm
09-20 4.6 0.74 7 0mm
09-21 6.6 0.78 7 0mm
09-22 3.8 0.6 7 0mm
09-23 4.6 0.62 7 0mm
09-24 4 0.62 7 0mm
09-25 4.3 0.84 7 0mm

About this spot

Tower dive site sits near Sharm el-Sheikh on Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, accessible as part of the region's established dive network. The site features coral formations typical of the Red Sea's shallow to moderate reef ecosystems. Year-round diving means you can visit at most times of year, though conditions vary seasonally. The area supports a range of Red Sea fish and marine species documented across 12 recorded observations. Community footage from three dive videos provides real conditions and spot previews. Tower works as an entry or intermediate dive given standard Red Sea reef structures, though always check current conditions with local operators before booking. The site sits outside marine protected areas, so standard Egyptian dive regulations apply. Nearby Sharm el-Sheikh offers full dive support, accommodation, and logistical services. Coral health status shows no stress indicators, a positive sign for reef conditions. Plan your trip around personal preference since the site is diveable throughout the year.

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Best months

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

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 3904km · ~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

What months are best for diving Tower?

Tower is diveable year-round. Water conditions and visibility shift seasonally, so check current reports before booking. Peak diving seasons in the Red Sea typically fall in spring and autumn.

What depth and difficulty level is Tower?

Specific depth and difficulty data isn't documented for Tower. Contact local Sharm el-Sheikh dive operators for current conditions, max depth, and suitability for your certification level.

What marine life might I see at Tower?

Tower hosts 12 documented species observations. Red Sea reefs typically feature angelfish, butterflyfish, groupers, snappers, and rays. Coral formations provide habitat. Watch community dive videos for real footage of what's currently visible.

How do I access Tower and do I need permits?

Tower is near Sharm el-Sheikh and accessible through local dive operators. Standard Egyptian dive regulations apply. Book with an established operator who handles logistics and any required permits.

Operators near this spot

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

Camel Dive Club & Hotel

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

Ocean College, Ras Um Sid

2.4 km
Dive centre

Werner Lou

2.7 km
Dive centre

Maison De La Mer

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

Red Sea Diving College

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

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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

Franco Fonsati

Scuba Diving the Ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria!

Triton's Realm
💬 3 top comments
  • Well done to the French for documenting and preserving this important site.

    @thesiger1 · 👍 7
  • I dived this site last week... after 50+ years of diving all over the world this one was epic! Not deep, not great visibility, not at all technically demanding but one of the best dives of my life without question. A big shout out to Ahmed and Mo from SMDC for showing us their back yard!

    @brianmoller353 · 👍 3
  • Great exploration 👍

    @thelighthousehunter1971 · 👍 3

The most gnarly Death Dives 2019!

Norway Live
💬 3 top comments
  • Dude with his hands behind his back won easily

    @anthonyanderson075 · 👍 734
  • I actually enjoy this more than regular diving.

    @MrDlt123 · 👍 953
  • Perfect sport. 10 minutes of practicing and then 0 training neeeeded. Just pure joy. P.S. forgot about bravery

    @maximolotov · 👍 233
wind peaks Jul-Jun-Mar, calmest Sep-Nov-Oct, dry Jan-Dec.

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