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Ham Ham

3.8 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 especies 28 colaboradores

Ham Ham dive site in Egypt offers year-round diving with minimal coral stress and 12 documented species observations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones

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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
UV6.65 · 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

Ham Ham is a dive destination in Egypt that welcomes visitors throughout the year. The site has shown no coral bleaching stress, indicating healthy reef conditions. Twelve species observations have been documented at the location, giving divers a sense of the marine life diversity present. Three community videos are available online, providing visual reference for trip planning. The site is not within a marine protected area, which affects local regulations and access. Divers should confirm current entry requirements and any local dive operator guidelines before booking. Water conditions and depth information are best verified with local dive centers familiar with the site's current state. Your dive experience will depend on seasonal conditions and local operator expertise. Community footage offers a preview of what to expect beneath the surface. Check with established operators in the area for the most current site conditions, visibility forecasts, and safety protocols specific to Ham Ham.

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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 ↔ 3734km · ~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 Ham Ham?

Ham Ham can be dived year-round. Check with local operators for seasonal visibility and water conditions before booking your specific travel dates.

What depth and difficulty level is Ham Ham?

Depth and difficulty ratings for Ham Ham are not standardized in available data. Contact local dive operators to confirm experience requirements and depth range for your dive.

What marine life will I see at Ham Ham?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Ham Ham. Check community videos and local operator guides for specifics on which fish, corals, and creatures are active at the site.

Is Ham Ham in a protected area? Do I need permits?

Ham Ham is not inside a marine protected area. However, confirm current local regulations and any access requirements with your dive operator before your trip.

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving Hurghada | Ham Ham Drift 22.01.22 (January 2022) (4k UHD)

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Ham Ham 08 08 08

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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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