Marsa Egla
Discover an exceptional shore dive just 11km away from Marsa Alam. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this site guarantees a remarkable underwater experience. With its convenient bay format, accessing the water is a breeze, making it an ideal choice for all divers. The expansive reef extends in both the north and south directions, offering you the freedom to explore according to your preference.
One of the main attractions of this dive site is its abundant sea grass, which acts as a magnet for fascinating marine creatures like sea turtles and occasionally dugongs (sea cows). Even if you're unable to spot these elusive creatures, you can still be assured of encountering captivating species such as scorpion fishes, moray eels, and many more.
With a remarkable visibility of 18m, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater scenery that awaits you. The maximum depth of 15m ensures that divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can enjoy this dive site.
Located in Egypt, this exceptional diving destination is in close proximity to Al Qusair, Marsa Alam Road, and Marsa Alam City, situated within the Red Sea Governorate.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure with us at this extraordinary dive site near Marsa Alam.
One of the main attractions of this dive site is its abundant sea grass, which acts as a magnet for fascinating marine creatures like sea turtles and occasionally dugongs (sea cows). Even if you're unable to spot these elusive creatures, you can still be assured of encountering captivating species such as scorpion fishes, moray eels, and many more.
With a remarkable visibility of 18m, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater scenery that awaits you. The maximum depth of 15m ensures that divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can enjoy this dive site.
Located in Egypt, this exceptional diving destination is in close proximity to Al Qusair, Marsa Alam Road, and Marsa Alam City, situated within the Red Sea Governorate.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure with us at this extraordinary dive site near Marsa Alam.
Diving Conditions Score for Marsa Egla
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Marsa Egla
Depth
15m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Marsa Egla
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
27.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.3°C
Visibility
25.66km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.3s
Air Temperature
29.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Marsa Egla
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Dive Score Chart for Marsa Egla
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.304074074074075/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 9.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.042124542124544/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Marsa Egla: 06:00
Sunset at Marsa Egla: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Marsa Egla are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.58m (4.5s), Wind: 9.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Marsa EglaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marsa Egla
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Marsa Egla
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Marsa Egla
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Marsa Egla
Water Temp
27.9°C / 82.2°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Marsa Egla
Marsa Egla shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.4°C) and January the coldest (13.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 15, 2026
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