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Near Garden

3.7 — based on 22 community signals
4.3 12 especies 33 colaboradores

Year-round diving near Sharm el-Sheikh with healthy coral and 12 documented species. Accessible resort-based site in Egypt's Red Sea.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 6 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
21–28°C
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
21–28 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
1.9 kn
Olas
0.36 m
Agua
27.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (20%)
Now: NE (53°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.66m

Próxima: Baja a las 20:00 (-0.04m)

+0.5 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 20:00 · -0.04m ▲ 02:00 · +0.37m ▼ 08:00 · -0.08m ▲ 14:00 · +0.43m Ahora +0.3m
Mar 3Mié 4Jue 5Vie 6Sáb 7Dom 8Lun 9
UV5.3 · mod Aire PM2.524 · moderate 05:54 16:56
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
11-03 9.7 0.48 5 0mm
11-04 8.4 0.88 5 0mm
11-05 5.7 0.84 5 0mm
11-06 14.9 0.56 5 0mm
11-07 7.6 0.5 5 0mm
11-08 13 1 5 0mm
11-09 5.7 1.12 5 0mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Nov (21–28°C)

About this spot

Near Garden sits in Egypt's Red Sea and earns its beginner rating through calm, current-free water and consistently warm temperatures ranging from 21°C in winter to 28°C in summer, making it accessible every month of the year without a seasonal window to plan around. Specific depth figures and typical visibility aren't on record for this site, so divers should check with local operators before the dive for current conditions. The absence of current means buoyancy practice, photography, and unhurried exploration are all straightforward here, and the site suits those building confidence in open water as much as those simply wanting a relaxed dive. Marine life details haven't been documented in available records, though the Red Sea context suggests coral growth is likely in the shallows. Anyone planning a trip would do well to ask the dive center on site what's been active recently, since firsthand local knowledge will fill the gaps that the formal data leaves open.

📖 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

ArrecifeCosta

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
  • 📜 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 Waning crescent · 38%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
› Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 3721km · ~856kg · €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

›Can I dive Near Garden year-round?

Yes. The Red Sea near Sharm el-Sheikh maintains warm, diveable conditions throughout the year. No seasonal closures are noted for this site.

›What depth range should I expect?

Specific depth data is not documented for Near Garden. Check with local dive operators near Sharm el-Sheikh for current site profiles and maximum depths.

›What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at or near Near Garden. Coral is in good health with no bleaching stress. Community videos and reports from divers provide visual reference for typical encounters.

›Do I need permits or certifications to dive here?

Egypt requires standard dive certifications. Near Garden is a resort-affiliated site, so your dive operator will handle local registration and any mandatory fees. No special permits beyond national requirements apply.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Camel Dive Club & Hotel

2.2 km
4.5 (338 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 39+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 69 3600700
Horario: Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Oonas Dive Center

1.3 km
4.4 (233 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified
Teléfono: +20 69 3600581
Horario: Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Werner Lou

1.9 km
Centro de buceo

Sinai Divers

1.9 km
4.9 (115 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 34+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 12 22815210
Horario: Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Subex Diving Center

2 km
4.9 (92 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 35+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 12 80667008
Horario: Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Red Sea Diving College

2 km
4.7 (251 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 12 84444772
Horario: Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Scuba diving in Near Garden, Sharm el Sheik, Red Sea, Egipt

BDOds Diving School & SHOP

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

Red Sea SCUBA Diving - Sharm El Sheikh, Ras Bob, Ras Nasrani, Near Garden, Gordon and Jackson Reef

Aurélie & James
💬 2 top comments
  • Very interesting video! You didnt see any sharks? Also, what camera is used for this video?

    @sondroxyt · 👍 0
  • I snorkled at ras nasrani and ras bob. Do you know how deep is the drop off ?

    @DeSnorkelaars · 👍 0
wind peaks Apr-May-Jun, calmest Nov-Dec-Oct, dry Jan-Dec, water 21-28°C.

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: Nov (68/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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