What level of diving experience is required for Erg Abu Nugar?

Erg Abu Nugar is rated beginner. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Erg Abu Nugar?

At Erg Abu Nugar, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, moray eels.

Where is Erg Abu Nugar located?

Erg Abu Nugar is located in Egypt, in the Hurghada region (coordinates: 26.9661, 33.7831).

Erg Abu Nugar Diving - Hurghada, Egypt

Erg Abu Nugar is a beginner-friendly dive site south of Hurghada in Egypt's Red Sea, featuring scattered coral pinnacles rising from a bright sandy bottom. The ergs are covered in healthy table corals, soft corals, and anemones with resident clownfish. Lionfish, scorpionfish, and blue-spotted stingrays are commonly found around the bases. The easy layout and calm conditions make it ideal for training dives, while the photogenic coral formations offer plenty of opportunities for underwater photography enthusiasts.