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Abu Ramada Plateau

3.8 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Abu Ramada Plateau is a year-round Egyptian dive site featuring healthy coral and abundant marine life in the Red Sea.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
12.1 kn
Olas
0.46 m
Agua
28.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (54%)
Now: WNW (292°)
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 ▼ 18:00 · -0.09m ▲ 01:00 · +0.03m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7 · high Aire PM2.55 · good 06:31 18:44
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 17.1 0.7 7 0mm
09-20 16.4 0.84 7 0mm
09-21 15.9 0.82 7 0mm
09-22 15 0.72 7 0mm
09-23 15.2 0.78 7 0mm
09-24 15.8 0.8 7 0mm
09-25 17.5 1.06 7 0mm

About this spot

Abu Ramada Plateau sits in Egypt's Red Sea and draws divers year-round thanks to stable conditions. The site centers on a plateau formation that creates varied underwater terrain. Coral here shows no signs of stress, making it a healthy ecosystem worth exploring. You'll find consistent marine activity across the site, with 12 recorded species observations showing the diversity on offer. The plateau offers multiple depth zones and entry points, making it accessible to different skill levels. The topography creates natural navigation features and plenty of places to discover during a single dive. Water clarity varies with seasonal conditions, but the site remains diveable throughout the year. Three community videos document the site, giving you a sense of what to expect underwater. The area sits outside protected zones, meaning standard Egypt diving regulations apply. Plan dives around your personal experience level and comfort with the specific conditions on your visit date.

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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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 3735km · ~859kg · €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 Ramada Plateau?

Abu Ramada Plateau is diveable year-round. Conditions remain fairly consistent throughout the year, though seasonal shifts in water clarity and temperature do occur. Check local conditions closer to your travel dates for the best visibility window during your planned visit.

What marine life will I see here?

Twelve species have been recorded at Abu Ramada Plateau, indicating a healthy and diverse ecosystem. Coral shows no stress, meaning the reef structure supports abundant life. Expect typical Red Sea fauna, though specific species vary by depth zone and seasonal activity.

What depths and difficulty level should I expect?

Abu Ramada Plateau features variable depths across its plateau structure. Different sections suit different experience levels. Assess the specific entry point and depth profile with a local guide before your dive to match the site to your training and comfort level.

Do I need permits or special access?

Abu Ramada Plateau lies outside marine protected areas, so standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Work with a licensed local operator to handle any required permits and ensure you follow current entry rules for Red Sea diving sites.

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Abu Ramada (West)

Serdar MERT
💬 2 top comments
  • Awesome.

    @FreedomWanderer · 👍 3
  • 😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩 Cennetin

    @firdevssancaktutan868 · 👍 2

Diving Abu Ramada (East)

Serdar MERT

Diving Hurghada: Abu Ramada Area

Jamie Turner
wind peaks Jun-Aug-Sep, 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 (87/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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