Abu Swatir

A Relaxing Shore Dive Famous for Coral Gardens & Easy Beach Access

Located just north of El Quseir, Abu Swatir is a beautiful shore dive featuring a sheltered sandy bay, healthy coral reefs, and excellent visibility. Its easy beach entry, gentle sandy slope, and colourful coral gardens make it an ideal destination for beginners, experienced divers, snorkelers, and underwater photographers alike.

With calm conditions and vibrant reef life, Abu Swatir offers relaxed diving and snorkeling in one of El Quseir’s most beautiful coastal reef systems.

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DIVE SITE MAP & OVERWIEV

DIVE SITE OVERVIEW

LOCATION

North of El Quseir

ENTRY

Easy Sandy Beach

DEPTH

2–40 m

CURRENT

Usually Mild

DIVE TYPE

Shore Dive

LEVEL

Beginner to Advanced

VISIBILITY

Usually 20–30 m

BEST SEASON

Year-round

DIVE SITE MAP

UNDERWATER LANDSCAPE

Abu Swatir features a sheltered sandy bay with an easy shore entry leading down a gentle sandy slope into deeper water. Colourful coral gardens extend along both sides of the bay, creating a diverse underwater landscape filled with healthy hard and soft corals, scattered coral formations, and countless reef fish.

The calm conditions and gradual depth profile make Abu Swatir an excellent choice for relaxed dives, snorkeling, and underwater photography.

MARINE LIFE

Abu Swatir is home to a rich variety of Red Sea marine life.

During your dive you may encounter:

Green Turtles
Blue-spotted Stingrays
Moray Eels

Lionfish
Butterflyfish
Angelfish

Careful observers may also discover octopus, nudibranchs, scorpionfish, crocodile fish, and large schools of colourful reef fish hiding among the coral gardens.

WHY DIVE ABU SWATIR?

Easy sandy shore entry
Large colourful coral gardens
Healthy hard and soft corals
Gentle sandy slope

Excellent visibility
Fantastic snorkeling directly from the shore
Great underwater photography opportunities
Suitable for beginners and experienced divers

OUR TIPS

Abu Swatir is perfect for relaxed shore dives and snorkeling. The gentle entry and healthy coral gardens make it an excellent site for taking your time and enjoying the incredible biodiversity of the Red Sea.

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

READY TO JOIN ABU SWATIR?

Join our experienced guides for a relaxing shore dive through colourful coral gardens, healthy reefs, and one of El Quseir’s most enjoyable dive sites.

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SNORKELING AT

ABU SWATIR

Abu Swatir is an excellent snorkeling destination thanks to its calm waters, easy sandy beach entry, and colourful coral reefs located just a short swim from the shore. The sheltered bay provides ideal conditions for beginners, families, and experienced snorkelers looking to discover the beauty of the Red Sea.

Healthy coral gardens, crystal-clear water, and an abundance of colourful reef fish make every snorkeling trip enjoyable. The gentle sandy slope and excellent visibility allow snorkelers to explore the reef comfortably while experiencing the rich marine life that makes Abu Swatir such a popular coastal destination.

SNORKELING HIGHLIGHTS

Easy sandy beach entry
Calm and sheltered bay
Colourful coral reefs close to shore
Healthy hard and soft corals
Rich variety of reef fish

Snorkel with Deep Adventure Diving

Join Deep Adventure Diving for a guided snorkeling trip to one of El Quseir’s most beautiful coastal reefs.

Our experienced guides will take you to the best snorkeling areas, where you’ll discover colourful coral gardens, fascinating marine life, and the incredible biodiversity of the Red Sea while enjoying a safe and relaxed experience.

SHORE DIVING

Abu Swatir is reached in approximately 10 minutes by minibus north of El Quseir.

The trip includes two shore dives with an easy sandy beach entry, making it ideal for divers of all experience levels as well as snorkelers.

DIVER REQUIREMENTS

Abu Swatir is suitable for beginners, experienced divers, and snorkelers.

DIVER REQUIREMENTS

Suitable for Open Water Divers and above
Excellent site for beginner training
Great for snorkeling and underwater photography
All dives are guided by one of our experienced dive professionals

A Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) and an experienced dive guide are mandatory for every dive.

ADDITIONAL FEES

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FAQ

Is Marsa Egla suitable for beginners?

Yes. Marsa Egla is one of the best shore dive sites in Marsa Alam for beginners. The calm conditions, easy beach entry, and gradual depth profile make it ideal for training dives, refresher dives, and newly certified divers.

Can I see turtles at Marsa Egla?

Green turtles are frequently seen feeding in the seagrass meadows and are one of the main attractions of Marsa Egla. While sightings are common, they can never be guaranteed because the animals live freely in their natural habitat.

Is Marsa Egla good for snorkeling?

Absolutely. The shallow lagoon, clear water, and coral reefs close to the shore make Marsa Egla one of the best snorkeling spots in the Marsa Alam area. It is suitable for beginners, families, and experienced snorkelers.

How deep is Marsa Egla?

The dive site ranges from approximately 1 metre in the shallow lagoon to around 30 metres along the outer reef, making it suitable for divers with different experience levels.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Marsa Egla is home to green turtles, butterflyfish, parrotfish, lionfish, goatfish, moray eels, blue-spotted stingrays, octopus, cuttlefish, and a wide variety of colourful reef fish. Lucky visitors may also encounter eagle rays.

When is the best time to visit Marsa Egla?

Marsa Egla can be enjoyed throughout the year. Morning trips usually offer the calmest sea conditions, excellent visibility, and the best opportunities for wildlife encounters.

Do I need a boat to dive Marsa Egla?

No. Marsa Egla is an easy shore dive with direct beach access, allowing divers and snorkelers to enter the water without a boat.

Is Marsa Egla suitable for underwater photography?

Yes. The combination of healthy coral reefs, excellent visibility, abundant marine life, and calm conditions makes Marsa Egla an excellent location for both wide-angle and macro underwater photography.

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing your swimwear, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, certification card (for certified divers), and an underwater camera if you have one. Full diving and snorkeling equipment can also be rented from Deep Adventure Diving.