Dive Sites

Dive Sites

Dahab, Arabic for Gold, is bordered by 2 protected areas; in the south, Nabq protected area starts at Wadi Gnai, and in the north, Ras Abu Galum protected area starts at the Blue Hole. In total, 52% of the Gulf of Aqaba coastline is protected area, which is very important for managing growth and for preserving the reef and ecosystem. There are 3 general main areas for diving in Dahab. The northern part stretches from Abu Helal to Ras Abu Galum including the world famous dive sites, the Blue Hole and Canyon. The middle part starts at the dive site Eel Garden and reaches down to Napoleon Reef, in the middle of this is Lighthouse also known as Dahab`s house reef, Bannerfish Bay, Mashraba and the Islands. The southern part runs from Golden Blocks to Gabr El-Bint which includes the sites the Caves and El Shugharat.