Egypt’s Red Sea is a world-renowned diving destination, offering breathtaking underwater landscapes, vibrant coral reefs, and some of the most diverse marine life on the planet. As specialists in liveaboard diving, Red Sea Safaris has explored every corner of these waters, and we’ve compiled our list of the top 10 dive sites you absolutely must experience.

1. The Brothers Islands

A remote but rewarding destination, the Brothers Islands feature steep walls covered in soft coral, large schools of pelagic fish, and frequent shark sightings, including oceanic whitetips and hammerheads.

2. Elphinstone Reef

Famed for its strong currents and dramatic drop-offs, Elphinstone is a magnet for advanced divers seeking encounters with longimanus sharks and an abundance of marine life.

3. SS Thistlegorm

One of the most famous wreck dives in the world, this WWII British transport ship is an underwater museum teeming with historical artifacts and marine species.

4. Daedalus Reef

Known for its deep walls, pristine coral gardens, and the opportunity to spot hammerhead sharks, Daedalus is a top choice for adventurous divers.

5. Ras Mohammed National Park

A protected marine park boasting some of the Red Sea’s richest biodiversity, Ras Mohammed features sites like Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef, home to vibrant corals and abundant fish life.

6. Abu Nuhas Wrecks

This ship graveyard holds four fascinating wrecks, including the Giannis D and Carnatic, making it a dream destination for wreck diving enthusiasts.

7. St. John’s Reefs

Located in the deep south, St. John’s offers stunning caverns, tunnels, and drop-offs, with frequent sightings of reef sharks and barracudas.

8. Fury Shoals

A collection of reefs known for their swim-throughs, caves, and healthy coral formations, Fury Shoals is ideal for all levels of divers.

9. Tiran Straits

Home to four legendary reefs—Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon—Tiran offers exceptional drift diving and an abundance of pelagic action.

10. Sha’ab Abu Nuhas

An underrated gem, this reef system offers a mix of wrecks and coral gardens, perfect for those looking for variety in their dives.

Want to explore these incredible dive sites? Book your next liveaboard adventure with Red Sea Safaris and experience the best of the Red Sea firsthand!