AtlasSharm El-SheikhEntry · ras-umm-sid

The Ras Umm Sid.

The famous gorgonian forest

Sharm El-Sheikh5–30mIntermediateShore entryViz 15–30 m
Depth
5–30m
Visibility
15–30 m
Current
Mild to moderate
Water temp
22–29°C
Best season
Year-round
Entry
Shore
About this site

A headland reef at the southern edge of Sharm renowned for its 'gorgonian forest' — a wall draped in enormous fan corals that begins shallow and is accessible from shore or boat. The reef plateau teems with glassfish, anthias and reef fish, while the wall attracts barracuda, snapper and the occasional turtle. Its easy access and lush corals make it a perennial favourite.

What you'll see
Spectacular gorgonian fan forest
Shore or boat access
Glassfish and anthias clouds
Turtle sightings
Location
Red Sea · Egypt
Location
27.8478° N · 34.3166° E

Marine life

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Hazards & safety

Things that have caught divers here before.

Currents on the corner
Boat traffic
Surge in the shallows

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