Panorama Reef, Safaga
Divers will be enthralled by the abundance of exceptional soft and hard corals, as well as the captivating Nemo City located on the southwest wall between depths of 5m to 20m. This site offers an exciting opportunity to encounter larger marine creatures, including sharks, turtles, and manta rays, while also providing a welcoming habitat for numerous fish species.
With fantastic visibility reaching up to 27m and a maximum depth of 26m, this dive site caters to divers of all levels—beginners, advanced, and experts alike. Found near Safaga in the Red Sea Governorate of Egypt, this site offers convenient proximity for those seeking a remarkable underwater adventure.
Optimize your diving experience with this carefully curated dive site in Egypt, packed with natural wonders and an array of marine life. Are you ready to explore the wonders that lie beneath the surface? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Dive into the depths and be captivated by the beauty that awaits you.
Diving Conditions Score for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Depth
26m
Visibility
27m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
22.6 m/s
Water Temp
26.7°C
Visibility
22.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.4s
Air Temperature
30.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.593333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 32 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.166666666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Panorama Reef, Safaga 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.76m (3.5s), Wind: 32 m/s
Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 20.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Panorama Reef, SafagaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Panorama Reef, Safaga
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 Panorama Reef, Safaga
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Ideal Conditions for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Panorama Reef, Safaga
Panorama Reef, Safaga shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (33.5°C) and January the coldest (12.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.9m 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 - Jun 20, 2026