Highlights
76 Nearby Dive SitesThere are 76 recognized dive sites within a day’s boat ride of Sharm El Sheikh, many of them only a few minutes from the Resort. Our dive team will help you plan excursions, whether you want to check out the great drift and mooring dives between Tiran Island and the Sinai Coast, or head farther south to the dramatic Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park.
Red Sea Yacht ChartersOur Diving Centre offers three large Red Sea yachts available for charter. Celebrate a special occasion with family, take a sunset cruise, create a magically romantic evening or simply spend the day cruising on the azure water while we take care of the details.
Spectacular SnorkellingYou don’t need to venture farther than the House Reef for stunning corals and brightly colored reef fish, accessed easily from our own swimming and snorkelling jetty. Full- or half-day snorkelling excursions along the coast and farther offshore also are available, all guided by experienced Sinai Blues instructors.
Dive Amid WWII ShipwrecksHop aboard a twin-engine RIB to learn underwater secrets as you descend through crystal clear waters to the “SS Thistlegorm.” This steamship sank during World War II and was discovered in the 1950s by renowned French ocean explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau. Recognized as one of the world’s top 10 shipwreck diving sites, it is now home to vibrant marine life such as tuna, sea turtles, batfish and moray eels.
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Diving in Detail
- Wreck Diving
- Embark on a Sharm El Sheikh diving journey to uncover underwater history. Head out on guided dives to such impressive wrecks as the Dunraven, a British steamship sunk in 1896, and the Kormoran, a wrecked merchant vessel just a few metres down in the Straits of Tiran.
- Night Diving
- Even without lights, divers can see down to an impressive depth of 10 metres with the light of the full moon, and there’s plenty of activity on the Resort’s pristine House Reef and nearby sites. On most nights, divers can witness the bioluminescence of tiny particles of glowing plankton.
- House Reef
- Our private and secluded House Reef is an ideal training site for everything from children’s intro courses to Trimix Diver training. Depths range from comfortable plateaus of just 5 metres down the sandy slopes to 40 metres, with depths nearby reaching 100 metres.
- Diving Centre
- Top-of-the-line equipment and instructors are available at our Dive Centre, which can help you plan a Sharm El Sheikh diving itinerary, update you on water conditions and arrange excursions to the area’s stunning dive sites.
FAQ
Dive in Sharm El Sheikh and enjoy its year round warm conditions. The location is widely regarded as world-class, thanks to its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs and abundant marine life. The Red Sea offers exceptional visibility, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced divers. From easy shore dives to renowned sites like Ras Mohammed National Park, you can explore a rich underwater ecosystem filled with colourful fish, rays and reef sharks.
Diving in Sharm El Sheikh is available year round, thanks to the warm, clear waters of the Red Sea. However, the best conditions are typically from spring through autumn, when water temperatures are higher and visibility is at its peak, offering ideal conditions for exploring the region’s vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
After your memorable underwater experience, choose from the massages in our Sharm El Sheikh luxury spa to unwind and achieve the relaxation you deserve.
Yes, scuba diving in Sharm El Sheikh is very beginner-friendly. The calm, warm waters of the Red Sea and the presence of professional instructors make it an excellent place for first-time divers. Speak to our Concierge, who will be able to book you a beginner class at our diving centre. If you’re here as a family, be sure to make the most of our children’s clubs, classes or babysitting services to try a scuba diving class at our family resort in Sharm El Sheikh.
Yes, Sharm El Sheikh is widely regarded as one of the world’s top snorkelling destinations, thanks to the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea and its vibrant coral reefs located just offshore. Guests staying at the Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh can also enjoy direct access to our Resort’s renowned house reef, where colourful marine life can be seen just a few steps from the beach in calm, shallow waters – making it ideal for both beginners and experienced snorkellers.