What level of diving experience is required for Torfa Fanous West?

Torfa Fanous West is rated intermediate. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Torfa Fanous West?

At Torfa Fanous West, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, moray eels.

Where is Torfa Fanous West located?

Torfa Fanous West is located in Egypt, in the Hurghada region (coordinates: 27.2643, 33.8799).

Torfa Fanous West Diving - Hurghada, Egypt

Torfa Fanous West is an intermediate dive site on the western side of the Fanadir lighthouse reef in Hurghada, Egypt. The afternoon sun bathes this wall in warm light, perfect for photography. Dense soft coral growth in purples, yellows, and reds creates a stunning backdrop for schools of bannerfish and butterflyfish. The sheltered western face often has calmer conditions than the east side, while still offering impressive marine diversity. Overhangs provide habitat for lionfish and glassfish, adding variety to this colorful Red Sea wall dive.