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Neptuna

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 12 especies 15 colaboradores

Year-round diving at Neptuna, Egypt, with 12 recorded species and no coral stress. Clear visibility and stable conditions make it a reliable Red Sea dive destination.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Mejores meses
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
19.2 kn
Olas
1.14 m
Agua
30.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (80%)
Now: NNW (338°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.37m

Hoy: Alta 13:00 (+0.05m), Baja 06:00 (-0.08m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.08m ▲ 13:00 · +0.05m ▼ 18:00 · -0.02m ▲ 01:00 · +0.08m Ahora +0.1m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.4 · high Aire PM2.526 · moderate 06:22 18:34
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 19.9 1.32 7 0mm
09-20 22.6 1.56 7 0mm
09-21 20.1 1.54 7 0mm
09-22 19 1.14 7 0mm
09-23 16.2 1 7 0mm
09-24 17.7 1.24 7 0mm
09-25 19.2 1.5 7 0mm

About this spot

Neptuna is a dive site located in Egypt's Red Sea region, accessible year-round for diving exploration. The site shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating healthy reef conditions. With 12 species observations documented by the diving community, Neptuna offers diverse marine life encounters typical of Red Sea diving. The site sits outside any marine protected area, making access straightforward for divers planning trips to Egypt. Year-round diving conditions mean you can visit during your preferred travel window without worrying about seasonal closures or severe weather windows that affect other Red Sea spots. Community contributions include 3 videos from divers who've explored Neptuna, providing real-world perspective on conditions and what to expect underwater. These resources help you prepare properly for your dive. Neptuna fits well into a broader Red Sea diving itinerary, whether you're combining it with other Egyptian dive destinations or making it a primary focus of your trip. Before diving, confirm current conditions with local dive operators in Egypt, as site-specific details like depth and visibility can vary seasonally. Bring your certification documentation and check any entry requirements for Egypt's waters.

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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 · 48%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 4144km · ~953kg · €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

Can I dive Neptuna year-round?

Yes. Neptuna is accessible for diving throughout the year, with no seasonal closures or weather-related restrictions noted. Plan your trip based on your preferred travel dates and personal comfort with water conditions.

What marine life can I expect at Neptuna?

Neptuna has 12 recorded species observations from the diving community. Check available community videos and species lists to see what other divers have encountered, but bring an underwater camera to log your own sightings.

Is Neptuna in a marine protected area?

No. Neptuna is not inside an MPA, so standard diving rules for Egypt apply. Confirm any local regulations with your dive operator before entering the water.

How healthy are the corals at Neptuna?

Neptuna shows no coral bleaching stress, indicating stable reef conditions. However, always follow dive etiquette—no touching coral, no gloves, and maintain buoyancy control to protect the reef.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

14 registros · 14 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Phyllidia multifaria

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 oct 2022
×1registros

Annella mollis

Anthozoa · Subergorgiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 may 2022
×1registros

Ctenactis Verrill, 1864

Anthozoa · Fungiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ago 2014
×1registros

Callyspongia crassa

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ago 2014
×1registros

Cirrhipathes de Blainville, 1830

Anthozoa · Antipathidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ago 2014
×1registros

Thelenota ananas

Holothuroidea · Stichopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
19 oct 2006
×1registros

Cinetorhynchus reticulatus

Malacostraca · Rhynchocinetidae
GBIF
Última observación:
19 oct 2006
×1registros

Dichrometra palmata

Crinoidea · Mariametridae
GBIF
Última observación:
19 oct 2006
×1registros

Stenopus hispidus

Malacostraca · Stenopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
19 oct 2006
×1registros

Stephanometra indica

Crinoidea · Mariametridae
GBIF
Última observación:
19 oct 2006
×1registros

Acanthaster benziei

Asteroidea · Acanthasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
16 oct 2006
×1registros

Diadema setosum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 oct 2006
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

OCEAN REEF Neptune III - Red Sea Egypt

Blue Ocean Thailand

Red Sea - Egypt Scuba diving with OCEAN REEF Full Face Mask Neptune III

Blue Ocean Thailand

75 meter dive to Neptune's Cave at the Canyon - Dahab

Kevin Phillips
💬 2 top comments
  • Amazing Video!

    @DeepDiveDavid · 👍 1
  • One question, why do you actually decompress at 6m with 100%O2? Isn't it dangerous to leave the partial pressure at 1.6 as standard? You should never go higher than 6m because of the decompression, which is why you should stay a little lower at 6.5-7m, right? The partial pressure there is then 1.7, which according to the CNS table you can only withstand for 10 minutes. If you accidentally sink 1m,

    @strolchtv86 · 👍 0
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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