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Shaab Nakari

3.5 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 especies 24 colaboradores

Shaab Nakari is a Red Sea reef in Egypt offering year-round diving with healthy coral and abundant marine life.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
Visibilidad
20 m
Temp. del agua
22–28°C
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Visibilidad
20 m
Temp. del agua
22–28 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
9.7 kn
Olas
0.56 m
Agua
29.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (44%)
Now: NW (316°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.45m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.12m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.12m ▲ 13:00 · +0.07m ▼ 18:00 · -0.04m ▲ 00:00 · +0.07m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7.45 · high Aire PM2.535 · moderate 06:27 18:40
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 17 1.1 7 0mm
09-20 17.3 1.22 7 0mm
09-21 17 1.1 7 0mm
09-22 13.6 0.72 7 0mm
09-23 15.7 0.84 7 0mm
09-24 19.5 1.06 7 0mm
09-25 18.6 1.4 7 0mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (22–28°C)

About this spot

Shaab Nakari sits in Egypt's Red Sea, a reef system that welcomes divers throughout the year. The site shows no signs of coral stress, meaning the hard corals remain vibrant and the ecosystem intact. Twelve documented species observations confirm the reef supports healthy populations of fish and marine animals typical of Red Sea reefs. The reef structure provides natural channels and walls that appeal to different skill levels. Visibility is generally good in the Red Sea, though seasonal winds can affect conditions. Water temperatures stay warm year-round, making wetsuits optional depending on your tolerance and dive duration. Three community videos document the site, giving you a preview of what to expect underwater. The reef is not within a marine protected area, so standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Shaab Nakari works well as part of a Red Sea liveaboard itinerary or day-trip from nearby coastal towns. Expect typical Red Sea marine life: groupers, snappers, angelfish, parrotfish, and occasional larger pelagics.

📖 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

ArrecifePared

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 First quarter · 47%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 3957km · ~910kg · €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 Nakari?

Shaab Nakari is diveable year-round. Winter months (November–March) offer cooler water and often clearer visibility. Summer (June–August) brings warmer water but occasional heat haze. Spring and fall are sweet spots for calm conditions and comfortable temperatures.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Shaab Nakari are not documented. Red Sea reefs typically range 5–40 meters depending on entry point and wall descent. Check with local operators for site-specific profiles before your dive.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been recorded at Shaab Nakari. Common Red Sea residents include groupers, snappers, angelfish, parrotfish, and jacks. Larger pelagics occasionally patrol deeper sections. Coral heads support nudibranchs and smaller reef fish year-round.

Do I need permits or special access?

Shaab Nakari is not within a marine protected area. Standard Egyptian diving regulations apply. Book dives through licensed local operators who handle all permits and briefings. Most dives are run from Hurghada, Safaga, or Red Sea liveaboards.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Red Sea Diving Safari

3 km
Centro de buceo

Deep South Diving Center

5.6 km
Centro de buceo

Deep South Diving Center

5.6 km
Centro de buceo

Awlad Baraka

5.6 km
4.6 (54 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 45+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 11 43689961
Horario: Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Reef Diving Club

7.2 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Marsa Nakari - May 2022

Below Zero Underwater Films
💬 1 top comments
  • 太美了

    @吴悦-y1e · 👍 0

Marsa Nakari House Reef 8-12-22

Keith Sheldon
💬 1 top comments
  • Nice video! Makes me want to dive in Egypt again. I couldn't help but notice what looked like plastic pollution floating on the surface near the 3 minute mark. Was that a problem in general at Marsa Nakari, or is it just an unlucky coincidence in your video?

    @RogierJanssen · 👍 0

Egypt - Marsa Nakari - Red Sea Diving Safari - 4K Video

Jurrien Wiss
💬 3 top comments
  • The level of detail is astonishing. Informative description. Quality made videos. Keep up the good work!

    @blackwind95 · 👍 0
  • I love all of your videos!

    @scubalens · 👍 0
  • Just amazing😘💙

    @mohamedzakaria3081 · 👍 0

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #Mapy.cz user, please verify: "Hotel Soulotel Dream Resort & Spa","

    Matyjace · 2023-04-11
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #Mapy.cz user, please verify: Dream Lagoon should be here too."

    Pan Perníček · 2021-06-10
wind peaks Jun-Sep-May, calmest Jan-Dec-Nov, dry Jan-Dec, water 22-28°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: Sep (98/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Marsa Alam — Sha'ab Samadai (Dolphin House)

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Marsa Nakari North reef

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Marsa Nakari South reef

Marsa Nakari South reef offers year-round diving near an ancient Roman harbor site with healthy coral and abundant marine life.

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