Marsa Shagra House Reef
This location is renowned for its pristine house reef, boasting unparalleled visibility of up to 20m. With a maximum depth of 19m, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers, can explore the wonders that Marsa Shaga has to offer.
Early morning dives at Marsa Shaga have an added thrill, as it's not uncommon to encounter friendly dolphins gliding through the crystal-clear waters. The dive site is abundant with a variety of common red sea fish species, creating an immersive experience for underwater photographers and videographers.
Whether you seek training or simply wish to indulge in the unparalleled beauty of this isolated setting, Marsa Shaga caters to all divers. You can start and end your dive adventure easily, either with fins from the shore or even boat-to-boat.
For those planning a visit, the convenient proximity to Ecolodge Marsha Shagra, situated in Al Qusair along Marsa Alam Road, makes this dive site easily accessible. Come and explore the wonders of Marsa Shaga, a hidden gem that will leave you mesmerized by its breathtaking underwater delights.
Diving Conditions Score for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Depth
19m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
25.54km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.129451476793248/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 12.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.826172839506173/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Marsa Shagra House Reef 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.
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.5m (3.95s), Wind: 12.6 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.52m (4s), Wind: 13.4 m/s
Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 16.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Marsa Shagra House ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marsa Shagra House Reef
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 Shagra House Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Ideal Conditions for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Water Temp
27.9°C / 82.2°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Marsa Shagra House Reef
Marsa Shagra House Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.3°C) and January the coldest (12.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 - Jul 7, 2026