Egypt
Hurghada
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Hurghada is one of Egypt’s main scuba diving hubs on the Red Sea coast. The city is a practical base for daily boat dives to nearby reefs, walls, and offshore drop-offs, with dive sites commonly suited to both beginners and experienced divers. Visibility is often good in clear conditions, and water temperatures can stay comfortable for much of the year, with season-to-season differences. You’ll typically see reef fish and hard/soft corals, and many outings are planned around factors like current, depth, and bottom profile. Most diving is done from boats, with sites reachable in a short ride from the Hurghada coast.
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Dive sites and dive centers around Hurghada
Nearby Dive Sites (42)
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Nearby Dive Centers (10)
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Nearby cities for scuba diving around Hurghada
The best time to dive in Hurghada
The best months to dive in Hurghada are from October. Temperatures are confortable (27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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