Marsa Alam
Egypt's Dugong & Diving Paradise
Marsa Alam is Egypt's premier wildlife diving destination, a remote Red Sea paradise famous for guaranteed dugong encounters, pristine coral reefs, and the kind of marine life experiences that draw serious divers and snorkelers from around the world.
Highlights
- Guaranteed dugong sightings at Abu Dabbab Bay
- Sea turtle encounters at Marsa Mubarak
- Pristine offshore diving reefs
- Dolphins, reef sharks, and seasonal whale sharks
- Remote, uncrowded beaches and dive sites
- Port Ghalib luxury marina resort
- Day trips to ancient Abu Simbel temples
- Year-round excellent diving conditions
Best Time to Visit
Year-round diving destination. Best conditions March through May and September through November. Whale shark season runs late summer through autumn. Winter offers pleasant temperatures and excellent visibility.
Language: Arabic, English (in resorts) · Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)