The Red Sea lies between Africa and Asia and is surrounded by desert. The warm waters, minimal rainfall and sunny days attract travellers from all over the world. The diving season is year-round with visibility averaging 30m. From December to February, the nights can be cool, with warm, balmy nights in the summer months. July and August are the hottest months. In winter, there can often be a breeze. Wadi Lahami is off of the beaten track and on the doorstep of the famous Fury Shoals, Hurghada Airport is 393km north, and Marsa Alam Airport is 180km north.
There are over 1200 species of marine life that can be found in the Red Sea, the most common are clown fish, moray, turtles, napoleon, and parrot fish. Add to this sharks, dolphins, pristine corals and even the elusive dugong, and you have a diving destination that has something wonderful around every corner. Reefs team with life, a kaleidoscope of colours sure to impress every diver, with the clear waters also attracting snorkellers and underwater photographers along with beginners and those wanting to try their hand at technical diving and free diving.
Average temperatures in Summer (April-October):
Air 26-30°c / Sea: 27-31°c
Average temperatures in Winter (November-March):
Air 22-24°c / Sea 23-25°c