What level of diving experience is required for Sharm Shoona?

Sharm Shoona is rated beginner. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Sharm Shoona?

At Sharm Shoona, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, moray eels.

Where is Sharm Shoona located?

Sharm Shoona is located in Egypt, in the Marsa Alam region (coordinates: 24.7869, 34.5857).

Sharm Shoona Diving - Marsa Alam, Egypt

DifficultyBeginner

Description

Sharm Shoona is a beginner-friendly bay dive near Marsa Alam, featuring a wide sheltered bay with a sandy bottom and scattered coral formations. The site is particularly known for its juvenile fish nursery areas in the shallows and regular green turtle sightings. Coral patches host families of anemonefish, while blue-spotted stingrays rest on the sandy flats. The bay's gentle gradient and absence of current make it perfect for new divers and snorkelers, with the warm, clear waters providing a welcoming introduction to Red Sea marine life.