The Cave
Explore the captivating underwater wonders of The Cave, also known as El Masduda. This dive site offers an enchanting experience through two long canyons with a mix of enclosed and open spaces. As you navigate the main route marked by a rope, you'll encounter an array of marine life and discover hidden treasures.
Beyond the main reef, immerse yourself in the beauty of numerous small pinnacles, with depths ranging from 15 to 18 meters. This easy-to-navigate cave system is home to a diverse range of marine species, including Scorpionfish, Stingrays, Octopus, Napoleonfish, Nudibranchs, Clownfish, and Crocodile fish.
With excellent visibility of up to 21 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this extraordinary dive spot is recommended for advanced divers. Located in Egypt, specifically near El Masduda in Al Qusair City, Red Sea Governorate, this underwater adventure awaits those who seek remarkable dive experiences. Start planning your exploration of The Cave today!
Beyond the main reef, immerse yourself in the beauty of numerous small pinnacles, with depths ranging from 15 to 18 meters. This easy-to-navigate cave system is home to a diverse range of marine species, including Scorpionfish, Stingrays, Octopus, Napoleonfish, Nudibranchs, Clownfish, and Crocodile fish.
With excellent visibility of up to 21 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this extraordinary dive spot is recommended for advanced divers. Located in Egypt, specifically near El Masduda in Al Qusair City, Red Sea Governorate, this underwater adventure awaits those who seek remarkable dive experiences. Start planning your exploration of The Cave today!
Diving Conditions Score for The Cave
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Cave
Depth
19m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for The Cave
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
20.4 m/s
Water Temp
27.3°C
Visibility
24.24km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4s
Air Temperature
33.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Cave
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Dive Score Chart for The Cave
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.486666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 24.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.215720164609054/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Cave: 06:00
Sunset at The Cave: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Cave 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
7:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.62m (3.8s), Wind: 24.5 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 19 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The CaveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Cave
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 The Cave
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 The Cave
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for The Cave
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Cave
The Cave shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.7°C) and January the coldest (13.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.0m 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 18, 2026
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