Hurghada reef intermediate

Shaab Dorfa

Next to Banana Reef, this site combines a protected lagoon route with coral blocks and gardens to the north and southeast. Good navigation helps on the one-way return.

Max depth
22 m
Visibility
– m
Current
mild
Difficulty
intermediate
Boat time
– min
Suitable for
open-water, advanced
Plan the dive

Site map

Shaab Dorfa dive site map with depths and routes

Dive-site guide

The guide notes that the route can be confusing: divers may lose their way and drift toward Banana Reef. A fish-rich isolated block lies outside the lagoon at around 12 m.

What you'll see

Site highlights

  • One-way route can return through the lagoon
  • Coral blocks near 20 m and gardens around 14–16 m
  • Eagle rays and green turtles may be seen