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Shaab Claude

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 12 especies 13 colaboradores

Shaab Claude is a year-round dive destination in Egypt with healthy coral and consistent marine life observation data.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
8.7 kn
Olas
0.64 m
Agua
28.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (31%)
Now: NW (311°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.49m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.16m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.16m ▲ 13:00 · +0.03m ▼ 19:00 · -0.08m ▲ 01:00 · +0.05m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.6 · high Aire PM2.56 · good 06:31 18:44
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 18.6 1.02 7 0mm
09-20 17.3 1.18 7 0mm
09-21 16.1 1.04 7 0mm
09-22 15 0.9 7 0mm
09-23 14.4 0.98 7 0mm
09-24 14.9 1.04 7 0mm
09-25 15.6 1.34 7 0mm

About this spot

Shaab Claude sits in Egyptian waters as an accessible dive site with no marine protected area restrictions. The reef shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, making it a stable choice for repeat visits. Twelve documented species observations and three community videos provide good reference material before you dive. The site draws divers looking for a straightforward reef experience. Year-round diving means you can plan trips whenever your schedule opens up. Local knowledge from the video community helps newer divers prepare for conditions and layout. Diving Shaab Claude puts you on a reef system that maintains its health. No special permits or closures apply here. The combination of accessible diving and stable coral cover makes this a reliable option in Egypt's broader dive calendar.

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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 ↔ 3774km · ~868kg · €16

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 Shaab Claude?

Shaab Claude is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips to suit your schedule. Check current weather and sea conditions before booking, as seasonal swells and wind patterns vary across Egypt's dive season.

What marine life will I see at Shaab Claude?

Twelve species observations are documented at the site. Review the community videos and dive logs before your trip to see what fish, reef animals, and larger marine life typically appear in the area.

Is Shaab Claude inside a marine protected area?

No. Shaab Claude is not within an MPA, so standard Egyptian dive permits and local operator rules apply. Confirm requirements with your dive shop before arrival.

What is the coral health status at Shaab Claude?

The reef shows no signs of bleaching stress, indicating stable coral cover. This makes it a good choice if coral health is important to your dive selection.

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Egypt Diving: Shaab Claudio

JulianDocumentary
💬 1 top comments
  • Love your video. What is the music? It suits the calm nature of diving.

    @djebeli · 👍 0

Shaab Claude Reef | Egypt

BSchaga
💬 1 top comments
  • Nice.

    @FreedomWanderer · 👍 1

Scuba Location | Underwater Coral | Shaab Claude | Red Sea | Safaga | Egypt | 4k | 🎵 Yezehkel Raz

Corneelvm Underwater
wind peaks Jun-Aug-Sep, calmest Nov-Jan-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: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (87/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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