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Farewell Reef

3.5 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 especies 21 colaboradores

Farewell Reef is a year-round Egyptian dive destination with 12 documented species observations and no active coral stress.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tiburón de arrecife

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
15.2 kn
Olas
0.78 m
Agua
29.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (59%)
Now: NW (319°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.4m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.09m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.09m ▲ 13:00 · +0.07m ▼ 18:00 · -0.03m ▲ 01:00 · +0.08m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.5 · high Aire PM2.531 · moderate 06:25 18:37
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 18.5 0.96 8 0mm
09-20 19.9 1.02 8 0mm
09-21 21.1 1.1 7 0mm
09-22 17.7 0.8 7 0mm
09-23 18 0.84 7 0mm
09-24 21.5 1.06 8 0mm
09-25 22.2 1.3 8 0mm

About this spot

Farewell Reef sits off Egypt's coast as an accessible dive destination for divers of varying experience levels. The reef benefits from year-round diving conditions, making it a reliable choice regardless of season. With 12 recorded species observations, the site supports a healthy marine ecosystem worth exploring. The reef is not within a marine protected area, which means access is straightforward with standard Egyptian diving procedures. Local dive operators familiar with the region can arrange trips and provide site-specific briefings. The community has documented the site through three video records, offering prospective divers a preview of what to expect underwater. Coral bleaching assessments show no current stress on the reef structure, indicating stable conditions for viewing hard and soft corals. The site delivers a solid foundation for both guided dives and experienced independent exploration. Egyptian dive standards apply, and standard safety protocols are essential.

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

Mejores meses

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Vida marina

Tiburón de arrecife

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 ↔ 4052km · ~932kg · €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 Farewell Reef?

Farewell Reef is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on personal preference and availability rather than seasonal windows.

What marine life will I see at Farewell Reef?

The reef has 12 documented species observations. Community video records provide visual reference for the animals and corals present at the site.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Farewell Reef?

Farewell Reef is not within a marine protected area, so standard Egyptian diving procedures and local operator coordination are sufficient for access.

What is the condition of the coral at Farewell Reef?

Current assessments show no coral bleaching stress, indicating the reef structure is in stable condition for diving and marine life observation.

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Pharaoh Dive Club at Roots Red Sea 🇪🇬 | Unlimited House Reef Diving in Egypt!

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💬 1 top comments
  • How much is the accommodation please.

    @adammason4454 · 👍 1

Diving in Egypt - Our Best Advice for Scuba Diving in the Red Sea!

DIVEIN
💬 3 top comments
  • I absolutely love Egypt—it’s my top destination for diving. The combination of incredible dive sites, warm hospitality, and perfect weather makes it an unbeatable choice. It truly checks all the boxes for me!

    @23number · 👍 3
  • I'm actually from Egypt, and I appreciate making such a great video about my country. Diving here is very amazing and affordable for all types of diving. ❤

    @Sukar777 · 👍 14
  • Wow, I never knew the Red Sea was this incredible! Absolutely breathtaking. Adding this to my dive wish list for sure.

    @steam-mikkel · 👍 2

🌊 Is Egypt's most famous shore diving resort actually worth it?

Scuba Insider
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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