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Marsalis Abu Galawa

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.3 12 especies 35 colaboradores

Marsalis Abu Galawa is a year-round Red Sea dive site near Egypt's coast, known for diverse marine life and healthy coral conditions.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
10 kn
Olas
0.4 m
Agua
27.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (33%)
Now: W (280°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.48m

Próxima: Baja a las 07:00 (-0.17m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 07:00 · -0.17m ▲ 13:00 · +0.02m ▼ 19:00 · -0.09m ▲ 01:00 · +0.02m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.95 · high Aire PM2.56 · good 06:31 18:44
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 15.9 0.64 7 0mm
09-20 15.3 0.7 7 0mm
09-21 15.2 0.72 7 0mm
09-22 16.2 0.66 7 0mm
09-23 14.7 0.62 7 0mm
09-24 13.6 0.68 7 0mm
09-25 15.6 0.82 7 0mm

About this spot

Marsalis Abu Galawa sits in Egypt's Red Sea and offers diving opportunities throughout the year. The site has logged 12 documented species observations, indicating a healthy marine ecosystem worth exploring. Coral bleaching status shows no stress, meaning the reef environment remains in good condition for visiting divers. The site attracts divers interested in observing Red Sea marine life in their natural habitat. Year-round accessibility makes it flexible for trip planning. Local conditions support a variety of reef species and fish populations typical of Egypt's Red Sea diving destinations. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data aren't currently detailed, the site's active species documentation suggests regular diving activity and established access routes. The absence of marine protection area restrictions means standard Red Sea diving protocols apply. Divers should research current conditions with local operators before booking to confirm seasonal variations and visibility expectations.

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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 ↔ 3712km · ~854kg · €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 Marsalis Abu Galawa?

The site is diveable year-round, giving you flexibility in planning your Egypt Red Sea trip. Check with local operators for seasonal conditions and visibility forecasts before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is this dive?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't currently documented for Marsalis Abu Galawa. Contact local dive operators in Egypt for site-specific conditions and skill recommendations.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species have been documented at the site, reflecting the typical Red Sea reef biodiversity. Coral bleaching status shows no stress, indicating a healthy environment for reef fish and invertebrates.

Do I need special permits to dive here?

Marsalis Abu Galawa is not within a marine protected area, so standard Red Sea diving access applies. Verify current regulations with local Egyptian dive operators before your visit.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Blue Water Dive Resort

9.2 km
4.8 (303 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 38+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 12 23126307
Horario: Friday: 8:00 – 10:00 AM, 3:00 – 6:30 PM

Subex Hurghada

6.1 km
4.7 (19 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +20 12 86376167
Horario: Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 – 6:00 PM

Subex Hurghada Club House

6.1 km
4.7 (19 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +20 12 86376167
Horario: Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 – 6:00 PM

Paradise Kitesurf

6.9 km
4.9 (342 reviews) open now
Escuela de kite
Verified Booked 30+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 10 60119626
Horario: Friday: Open 24 hours

Kite Lagoon Golden Beach

7.9 km
5.0 (137 reviews) closed
Escuela de kite
Verified Booked 29+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 11 41678718
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Redsea-Divers Annette und Robbi Tauchbasis

8.6 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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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: May (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (28/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Shaab Samir

Shaab Samir is a year-round Egyptian reef with healthy corals and rich marine life. Expect encounters with reef fish, rays, and sharks.

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Sachua Abu Galawa

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