Marsa Shouna

A Relaxing Shore Dive Famous for Colourful Coral Gardens

Located just 15 minutes south of Port Ghalib, Marsa Shouna is a beautiful sheltered bay offering easy shore access, crystal-clear water, and healthy coral reefs. Its sandy lagoon, colourful coral gardens, and scattered pinnacles make it an excellent destination for divers, snorkelers, and underwater photographers of all experience levels.

Known for its vibrant reef life and healthy coral formations, Marsa Shouna offers relaxed diving in one of the Red Sea’s most beautiful natural bays.

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DIVE SITE MAP & OVERWIEV

DIVE SITE OVERVIEW

LOCATION

South of Port Ghalib

ENTRY

Easy Sandy Beach

DEPTH

2–35 m

CURRENT

Usually Light

DIVE TYPE

Shore Bay & Wall Dive

LEVEL

Beginner to Experienced

VISIBILITY

Usually 15–30 m

BEST SEASON

Year-round

DIVE SITE MAP

UNDERWATER LANDSCAPE

Marsa Shouna is a classic Red Sea bay with a wide sandy centre surrounded by shallow coral reefs, colourful coral gardens, scattered coral pinnacles, and numerous reef structures. Healthy hard and soft corals create a vibrant underwater landscape that supports a wide variety of marine life.

The calm conditions and easy beach entry make Marsa Shouna an ideal destination for relaxed shore dives, snorkeling, and underwater photography.

MARINE LIFE

Marsa Shouna is home to an impressive variety of Red Sea marine life.

During your dive you may encounter:

Eagle Rays
Angelfish
Octopus

Crocodile Fish
Blacktip Reef Sharks
Whitetip Reef Sharks

Careful observers may also discover moray eels, nudibranchs, lionfish, and large schools of colourful reef fish hiding among the coral formations.

WHY DIVE MARSA SHOUNA?

Easy shore access
Beautiful sandy bay
Colourful hard and soft coral gardens
Healthy reef ecosystem

Diverse marine life
Fantastic underwater photography opportunities
Excellent snorkeling directly from the shore
Suitable for beginners and experienced divers

OUR TIPS

Marsa Shouna is ideal for relaxed diving and snorkeling. Good buoyancy control helps protect the healthy coral gardens while allowing you to observe marine life in its natural environment.

Our experienced guides know the bay well and will help you discover its colourful reefs and hidden marine life while ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and environmentally responsible dive.

READY TO JOIN MARSA SHOUNA?

Join our experienced guides for a relaxing shore dive through colourful coral gardens, healthy reefs, and one of the Red Sea’s most beautiful natural bays.

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SNORKELING AT

MARSA SHOUNA

Marsa Shouna is one of the most beautiful snorkeling bays in the Marsa Alam region. Its calm, sheltered waters, easy sandy beach entry, and colourful coral reefs make it an excellent destination for beginners, families, and experienced snorkelers alike.

Just a short swim from the shore, you’ll discover healthy hard and soft coral gardens, vibrant reef fish, and fascinating marine life. The shallow reef and crystal-clear water provide ideal conditions for relaxed snorkeling, while lucky visitors may occasionally spot eagle rays or even whitetip and blacktip reef sharks cruising along the outer reef.

SNORKELING HIGHLIGHTS

Easy beach entry
Calm and sheltered bay
Colourful coral reefs close to shore
Schools of tropical reef fish
Suitable for beginners and families

Snorkel with Deep Adventure Diving

Join Deep Adventure Diving for a guided snorkeling trip to one of Marsa Alam’s most beautiful reefs.

Our experienced guides will lead you to the best snorkeling areas, where you’ll discover colourful coral gardens, vibrant reef fish, and the incredible biodiversity that makes Marsa Shouna such a special destination. We’ll ensure a safe, relaxed, and unforgettable snorkeling experience in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.

FAQ

Is Marsa Shouna suitable for beginners?

Yes. Marsa Shouna is an excellent shore dive for beginners thanks to its easy sandy beach entry, calm conditions, and gently sloping reef. At the same time, the healthy coral gardens and abundant marine life make it equally enjoyable for experienced divers.

Can I snorkel at Marsa Shouna?

Absolutely. Marsa Shouna is one of the best snorkeling sites in the Marsa Alam region. The colourful coral gardens begin close to the shore, and the calm bay provides ideal conditions for beginners, families, and experienced snorkelers.

Can I see reef sharks at Marsa Shouna?

Yes. Whitetip Reef Sharks and Blacktip Reef Sharks are occasionally seen around the deeper reef areas. Although sightings cannot be guaranteed, they are one of the highlights of this beautiful dive site.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Marsa Shouna is home to a wide variety of Red Sea marine life. Depending on the season and conditions, you may encounter whitetip and blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, blue-spotted stingrays, crocodile fish, butterflyfish, angelfish, goatfish, clownfish, octopus, boxfish, snappers, and many colourful reef fish.

What makes Marsa Shouna special?

Marsa Shouna is known for its healthy coral gardens, colourful reef formations, and relaxed diving conditions. The combination of an easy shore entry, vibrant marine life, and excellent snorkeling opportunities makes it one of the most enjoyable dive sites near Port Ghalib.

How deep is Marsa Shouna?

The dive site ranges from approximately 2 to 35 metres, allowing beginners to enjoy the shallow reef while offering more experienced divers the opportunity to explore the deeper sections.

Is there an easy beach entry?

Yes. Divers and snorkelers enter the water from a wide sandy beach with a gentle slope, making Marsa Shouna one of the easiest shore dives in the area.

Is Marsa Shouna good for underwater photography?

Definitely. Healthy hard and soft corals, colourful reef fish, and excellent visibility create fantastic opportunities for both wide-angle and close-up underwater photography.

When is the best time to dive Marsa Shouna?

Marsa Shouna can be dived throughout the year. Its sheltered location usually provides calm conditions, good visibility, and enjoyable diving in every season.

Can I dive Marsa Shouna all year round?

Yes. Marsa Shouna is a year-round dive site offering warm water, healthy coral reefs, and reliable diving conditions, making it a favourite for divers and snorkelers visiting the Marsa Alam region.