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Abu Galawa Soraya

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 23 colaboradores

Abu Galawa Soraya is a year-round Red Sea dive site in Egypt with healthy coral and 12 recorded species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
18.5 kn
Olas
0.92 m
Agua
30.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (58%)
Now: NW (318°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.41m

Hoy: Alta 13:00 (+0.07m), Baja 06:00 (-0.09m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.09m ▲ 13:00 · +0.07m ▼ 19:00 · -0.04m ▲ 01:00 · +0.08m Ahora -0.0m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.45 · high Aire PM2.523 · moderate 06:25 18:37
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 18.5 0.98 7 0mm
09-20 19.7 1.12 7 0mm
09-21 20.1 1.16 7 0mm
09-22 17.2 0.88 7 0mm
09-23 17.2 0.88 7 0mm
09-24 21.2 1.06 7 0mm
09-25 22.2 1.28 7 0mm

About this spot

Abu Galawa Soraya sits in Egypt's Red Sea and welcomes divers throughout the year. The site shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating stable reef health. Local species records document 12 distinct observations, giving divers a solid baseline for what to expect underwater. Community footage from three separate dives offers real-world glimpses of conditions and marine life. The site sits outside any marine protected area, so access rules are straightforward. Water conditions remain consistent enough for year-round visits, though planning around seasonal Egyptian weather still helps. The documented species list reflects typical Red Sea biodiversity, making Abu Galawa Soraya a reliable choice for understanding the region's marine character. Divers familiar with Red Sea conditions will find Abu Galawa Soraya fits into standard itineraries. The healthy coral baseline means the reef supports its established food webs and fish populations. Three recorded dives give you real reference points before you book—check community videos to see current conditions and get a feel for site layout.

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Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 4048km · ~931kg · €17

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 59/100
  • Visado: Visado a la llegada · 30 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 8h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 7h este · 5 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Abu Galawa Soraya?

Abu Galawa Soraya welcomes divers year-round. Egyptian Red Sea water remains warm and swimmable every month, though seasonal wind patterns and tourist schedules may influence when you plan your trip.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for Abu Galawa Soraya. Check with local operators or recent community dive logs before your visit to confirm current conditions and match the site to your certification level.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are documented at Abu Galawa Soraya, reflecting typical Red Sea reef biodiversity. Watch three community videos posted by recent divers to see actual footage of the animals and habitat you're likely to encounter.

Are there permits or access restrictions?

Abu Galawa Soraya lies outside any marine protected area, so standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Work with an established local operator to handle permits and ensure you meet all entry requirements for Red Sea diving.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

85 registros · 46 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Gibberulus gibberulus

Gastropoda · Strombidae
GBIF
Última observación:
14 mar 2026
×1registros

Ocypode saratan

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
14 mar 2026
×1registros

Dugong dugon

Mammalia · Dugongidae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 feb 2026
×1registros

Stenella longirostris

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 dic 2025
×2registros

Fromia ghardaqana

Asteroidea · Goniasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
27 nov 2025
×1registros

Tectus dentatus

Gastropoda · Tegulidae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 nov 2025
×1registros

Crella cyathophora

Demospongiae · Crellidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 nov 2025
×1registros

Entacmaea quadricolor

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 nov 2025
×1registros

Taeniura lymma

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 nov 2025
×1registros

Callyspongia crassa

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 nov 2025
×1registros

Ophiocoma scolopendrina

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 nov 2025
×2registros

Ocypode saratan

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 nov 2025
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Egypt. Berenice 2014. Dive site at Abu Galawa Soraya.

Davide Bozzi

Dive Site VLog - Abu Galawa Soraya - Red Sea / Egypt

Oceanexplorersxm

Diving at Abu Galawa Soraya Reef - great reef views!

Diving Videos
wind peaks Feb-Sep-Mar, calmest Aug-Nov-Jul, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°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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