AtlasHamataEntry · sataya-dolphin-reef

The Sataya (Dolphin Reef).

Large horseshoe reef and lagoon at the south of Fury Shoal

Hamata5–30mIntermediateBoat entryViz 20-30 m
Depth
5–30m
Visibility
20-30 m
Current
Mild to moderate
Water temp
22-29°C
Best season
Year-round
Entry
Boat
About this site

Sha'ab Sataya, widely known as Dolphin Reef, is a large horseshoe-shaped reef at the southern edge of the Fury Shoal system, famous for its big resident pod of spinner dolphins that rest in the sheltered lagoon. The outer walls and coral gardens host pristine hard corals, reef sharks and abundant fish life. It is a classic day-trip and liveaboard stop, with both snorkelling in the lagoon and diving on the reef.

What you'll see
Large spinner dolphin pod
Pristine hard coral gardens
Reef sharks
Sheltered snorkelling lagoon
Location
Red Sea · Egypt
Location
24.2858° N · 35.3790° E

Marine life

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Hazards & safety

Things that have caught divers here before.

Open-water exposure
Boat and snorkeller traffic
Moderate current on outer walls

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