Skip to content
OpenWaterAtlas
Two scuba divers explore vibrant coral reefs in clear ocean waters.
📷 Christian Vergara · Pexels

Abu Ramada South

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Abu Ramada South is a year-round Egyptian dive site near an island with diverse marine life and stable coral health.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
PhotoFriendly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año

Mapa

Este spot POIs Aeropuerto Spots cercanos
Mapa de ubicación de Abu Ramada South © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
Abrir en Google Maps

Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
11.9 kn
Olas
0.42 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 South sits off the coast of Egypt near Jazīrat Abū Rimāthī island. The site draws divers year-round, offering consistent conditions for exploration. Local observations document 12 species sightings, giving divers a solid sense of what to expect underwater. The coral here shows no signs of stress, which means the reef structure remains vibrant and supports healthy marine populations. This stability makes it a reliable choice for visiting divers who want to see living coral systems. The site is not within a marine protected area, so standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Community members have uploaded three videos from Abu Ramada South, offering real footage of conditions and marine life. These resources help new divers prepare and set expectations before entering the water. The documented species observations provide a baseline for the biodiversity you're likely to encounter. Access and logistics depend on local operators and current Egyptian diving guidelines. Water conditions remain suitable for diving throughout the year, making it a flexible option for trip planning.

📖 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

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 ↔ 3736km · ~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 South?

Abu Ramada South is diveable year-round, so timing depends on your schedule rather than seasonal closures. Check current water conditions and local operator availability before booking.

What marine life will I see here?

Twelve species observations are documented at the site. Watch the community videos or contact local operators for details on which fish, rays, sharks, or invertebrates are most common on recent dives.

Is the coral healthy at Abu Ramada South?

Yes. The coral shows no stress indicators, meaning the reef structure is stable and supporting healthy marine ecosystems. This makes it a good spot for divers who want to see living coral systems.

Do I need special permits to dive here?

Abu Ramada South is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Egyptian diving rules apply. Work with a local dive operator who handles permits and access logistics.

Recently spotted by divers

iNaturalist →

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Hurghada: Abu Ramada Area

Jamie Turner

Abu Ramada South

Stef's dives
💬 2 top comments
  • Amazing.

    @FreedomWanderer · 👍 1
  • Beautiful 🤩

    @Stronkbuddy · 👍 1

Diving Famous Shaab Abu Ramada East Reef - Hurghada - Egypt

Scubabeat
💬 3 top comments
  • An extraordinary spot!!! Thank you very much for these scenes. I wish you all the best for this 2022!

    @andreadistefanoMS · 👍 1
  • WoW 🤩 I love it great visit underwater 👌

    @eYACTION · 👍 1
  • Great Video 👌🏼💙 i love it. i wish you was diving with me in this time. im passionate about diving and love to make good vide

    @MirkosEye · 👍 1
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: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (89/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

Spots cercanos

Abu Ramada Cave Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Abu Ramada Cave

Abu Ramada Cave offers year-round diving off Egypt's coast with documented marine biodiversity and accessible underwater exploration.

Ene·Feb·Mar+
Abu Ramada - Ost Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Abu Ramada - Ost

Abu Ramada East is a year-round dive site off Egypt's coast, known for healthy coral and diverse marine life in a protected reef environment.

Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+
Abu Ramada Plateau Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Abu Ramada Plateau

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

Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+

Similar spots

Same activity, shared marine species or similar profile.

Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

El Aruk Gigi

El Aruk Gigi is a year-round Egyptian dive site with healthy coral and diverse marine life recorded in community observations.

Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+
Giftun Soraya Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Giftun Soraya

Giftun Soraya is a year-round Red Sea dive site in Egypt offering reef exploration with stable coral health and diverse marine life.

Intermedio Ene·Feb·Mar+
Sha`ab Quais Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Sha`ab Quais

Sha'ab Quais is a year-round Red Sea dive destination in Egypt with 12 documented species observations and healthy coral.

Intermedio Ene·Feb·Mar+
Aquarium Egypt Buceo
🇪🇬 Egypt

Aquarium

Year-round diving at Aquarium, Egypt's vibrant reef with excellent coral health and abundant marine life.

Principiante 25m Ene·Feb·Mar+

Sugerir un operador

¿Conoces un buen centro de buceo, escuela de kite o guía local en este spot? Cuéntanos — lo revisamos y lo añadimos.

Hasta 500 caracteres
Planear
View →