Elphinstone Reef

The Red Sea, Egypt

Depth

130m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Elphinstone Reef

Located 30 kilomters north of Marsa Alam this dive site is 12 kilometers offshore and consists of a large reef with an amazing depth in excess of 100 meters.To the north there are some amazing sandy plateaus as well as a ledge which leads to a sharp drop off.The marine life here is fabulous and hammerhead sharks often pass through the drop-off area

Elphinstone Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Drift, Reef, Deep, Shark, Wall

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

130m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

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Marine Life

Sharks
Fish

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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