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Soug Bahar

3.6 — based on 21 community signals
4.2 12 especies 18 colaboradores

Soug Bahar is a year-round Egyptian dive spot with documented marine life and no coral stress indicators.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
HealthyReefShore entryFamily-friendly

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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7.8 kn
Olas
0.66 m
Agua
29.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (30%)
Now: WNW (291°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.49m

Hoy: Alta 13:00 (+0.06m), Baja 06:00 (-0.15m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.2 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.15m ▲ 13:00 · +0.06m ▼ 19:00 · -0.06m ▲ 01:00 · +0.06m Ahora -0.1m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV7 · high Aire PM2.513 · moderate 06:29 18:42
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 18.4 1.16 7 0mm
09-20 17.6 1.2 7 0mm
09-21 17.4 1.14 7 0mm
09-22 14.8 0.9 7 0mm
09-23 15.2 0.86 7 0mm
09-24 16.3 1.12 7 0mm
09-25 17.2 1.46 7 0mm

About this spot

Soug Bahar offers diving opportunities in Egyptian waters with consistent conditions throughout the year. The site supports healthy coral ecosystems showing no bleaching stress, making it a stable choice for repeat visits. With 12 recorded species observations, the location attracts divers interested in marine biodiversity. Community video documentation provides real-world insight into what to expect underwater. The spot lies outside marine protected areas, which can mean fewer access restrictions but also less regulatory oversight. This flexibility appeals to independent dive operators and travelers planning self-directed trips. The reef environment supports a variety of marine life typical of Egyptian diving destinations. Three community videos document conditions and encounters at Soug Bahar, offering potential divers a preview of the site's characteristics and seasonal variations. These firsthand accounts help divers prepare gear and expectations before arrival. The combination of year-round accessibility and documented marine observations makes Soug Bahar a practical addition to Egyptian dive itineraries. Divers planning visits should gather current conditions from local operators before departure, as depth, visibility, and difficulty levels may vary seasonally or with weather patterns.

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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 · 49%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 3839km · ~883kg · €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 Soug Bahar?

Soug Bahar is diveable year-round, offering consistent conditions across all seasons. Local operators can advise on seasonal variations in visibility and water temperature for your specific travel dates.

What marine life can I expect to see?

The site has 12 documented species observations. Community videos provide real examples of animals encountered underwater. Contact local dive operators for current reports on what's active during your visit.

Is the coral healthy at Soug Bahar?

Yes. Current monitoring shows no coral bleaching stress at this site, indicating stable reef conditions and healthy underwater ecosystems.

Do I need special permits to dive here?

Soug Bahar is not within a marine protected area, which may simplify access. However, Egypt may have general diving regulations. Check with local dive operators or your accommodation for current requirements.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

SeaWorld Diving Center

4.4 km
4.9 (180 reviews) closed
Centro de buceo
Verified Booked 47+ times this month
Teléfono: +20 10 44117067
Horario: Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:00 – 6:00 PM

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

23 registros · 19 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Nebrius ferrugineus

Elasmobranchii · Ginglymostomatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
15 abr 2026
×1registros

Acanthaster benziei

Asteroidea · Acanthasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
13 feb 2025
×1registros

Pocillopora verrucosa

Anthozoa · Pocilloporidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 feb 2025
×1registros

Oxypora convoluta

Anthozoa · Lobophylliidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 feb 2025
×1registros

Entacmaea quadricolor

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 feb 2025
×1registros

Taeniura lymma

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2025
×2registros

Galaxea fascicularis

Anthozoa · Euphylliidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 ene 2025
×1registros

Clibanarius signatus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2025
×2registros

Linckia multifora

Asteroidea · Ophidiasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2025
×2registros

Ophiocoma scolopendrina

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2025
×2registros

Tellinella tithonia

Bivalvia · Tellinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2025
×1registros

Atactodea striata

Bivalvia · Mesodesmatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2025
×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.

EGYPT'S HIPPIE DIVING TOWN: Dahab, Egypt أجنبي في دهب ، مصر Travel Vlog

Doug Barnard
💬 3 top comments
  • TRAVEL WITH ME TO EGYPT IN MARCH 2023! Learn more: www.dougbarnardtravel.com/trips

    @doug_barnard · 👍 2
  • The two kids playing and taking photos of each other were really cute 💙

    @Ay105-c7y · 👍 77
  • Welcome back bro ❤️ just stay here . . ur Egyptian now ✊

    @FunTimeXoX · 👍 65

Diving the World's Deadliest Dive Site: THE BLUE HOLE, Dahab, Egypt Travel Vlog

Doug Barnard
💬 3 top comments
  • TRAVEL WITH ME TO EGYPT IN MARCH 2023! Learn more: www.dougbarnardtravel.com/trips

    @doug_barnard · 👍 0
  • مين عربي وبيسمع الراجل ده يحط لايك

    @احمدمحمدببجي · 👍 31
  • So nice! Loved seeing the turtles!

    @tommybarnard9781 · 👍 68

Diving with Oceanic Whitetip Sharks on a Red Sea Liveaboard

Doug Barnard
💬 3 top comments
  • windyapp.onelink.me/VcDy/dougbarnard -- Try windy.app/ for free -- All-in-one weather app for your outdoor adventures!

    @doug_barnard · 👍 0
  • You are crazy to face those sharks 😅

    @gregmur6003 · 👍 0
  • The sharks dive was fantastic. I wanna try it.

    @rafaelrodrigues6496 · 👍 0
wind peaks Sep-Jun-Aug, 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: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (84/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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