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Abu Hashish Lagoon

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.1 12 especies 15 colaboradores

Abu Hashish Lagoon is a year-round Egyptian dive destination with healthy coral and 12 documented species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
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Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
12.3 kn
Olas
0.38 m
Agua
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (53%)
Now: WNW (295°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.48m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.17m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.17m ▲ 13:00 · +0.01m ▼ 19:00 · -0.09m ▲ 01:00 · +0.04m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7 · high Aire PM2.56 · good 06:31 18:44
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 18.6 0.7 7 0mm
09-20 17.9 0.84 7 0mm
09-21 16 0.82 7 0mm
09-22 16.7 0.72 7 0mm
09-23 15.3 0.78 7 0mm
09-24 16.8 0.8 7 0mm
09-25 17.4 1.06 7 0mm

About this spot

Abu Hashish Lagoon offers consistent diving throughout the year in Egypt's Red Sea region. The site supports thriving coral ecosystems with no recorded bleaching stress, making it a reliable choice for reef exploration. With 12 species observations documented and 3 community videos available, divers have good reference material before visiting. The lagoon's protected status outside marine reserves suggests accessible, straightforward diving. The site attracts divers looking for stable coral conditions and reliable marine life encounters. Local conditions remain stable year-round, eliminating seasonal planning headaches. Community footage and species records indicate the site suits a range of experience levels. Divers report consistent encounters with documented marine life. The health of the coral system ensures repeat visits yield similar ecosystem experiences.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Egipto: 258 Sitios desde Pecios hasta Tiburones Martillo

Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Pulpo

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeCosta

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 3740km · ~860kg · €15

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 Hashish Lagoon?

Abu Hashish Lagoon can be dived year-round. Unlike many Red Sea sites, seasonal changes don't significantly impact conditions, making any month viable for planning a trip.

What marine life can I expect to see?

12 species observations have been documented at Abu Hashish Lagoon. Community videos provide visual reference for typical encounters. Check those recordings to see what divers commonly encounter during visits.

Is the coral healthy at this site?

Yes. Abu Hashish Lagoon shows no coral bleaching stress, indicating healthy reef conditions. The site maintains stable coral ecosystems suitable for repeat diving.

Do I need permits or special access?

Abu Hashish Lagoon is not inside a marine protected area, which may simplify access. Check with local dive operators in Egypt for current permit requirements and operational details before your dive.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Scuba World Divers Makadi Bay

3.4 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-18:00

SUBEX Sahl Hasheesh

4.5 km
4.7 (49 reviews)
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 37+ times this month

Aquarius Diving Club

2.3 km
4.7 (221 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 51+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 10 01600714
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

IDive Diving Center

2.9 km
4.8 (514 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 34+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 12 27375820
Horario: Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 5:30 PM

Piano Diving Center

3.3 km
4.6 (430 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 25+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 11 58883599
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Extra Divers Makadi Bay

3.3 km
4.7 (285 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 46+ times this month
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Abu Hashish Lagoon

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  • jaja vieles ist dort schon kaputt gemacht worden !!! aber netter Platz

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Abu Hashish dive trip, with Mike

Dive Trip

Korallenwelse am Abu Hashish (Rotes Meer)

Andreas Horvath
wind peaks Jun-Sep-Aug, calmest Jan-Nov-Dec, 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: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (88/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

Spots cercanos

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Erg Abu Hashish

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Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+
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Abu Hashish Drift

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Makadi Garden Egypt Buceo
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Makadi Garden

Makadi Garden offers year-round diving with healthy coral and abundant marine life in Egypt's Red Sea.

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