What level of diving experience is required for Sha'ab Ghadir?

Sha'ab Ghadir is rated advanced. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended, with PADI Advanced Open Water strongly recommended for this site.

Where is Sha'ab Ghadir located?

Sha'ab Ghadir is located in Egypt, in the Marsa Alam region (coordinates: 24.8413, 35.0736).

Sha'ab Ghadir Diving - Marsa Alam, Egypt

Sha'ab Ghadir is an advanced offshore reef near Marsa Alam, featuring a massive reef structure with dramatic walls and strong currents. The reef rises from depths exceeding 40 meters, with walls covered in spectacular dendronephthya soft corals and large gorgonian fans. The site is known for consistent shark encounters — grey reef sharks, hammerheads, and oceanic whitetips are all possible. Schools of barracuda and trevallies circle the reef in impressive numbers. The combination of depth, current, and pelagic action makes this one of Marsa Alam's most thrilling advanced dives.