The Red Sea is one of the most spectacular diving destinations in the world. The unique combination of warm water, rich marine life and a vast

range of dive sites makes this area stand out from all other diving locations. There are many different dive spots in the Red Sea, but if

you’re looking for an ultimate diving experience, then check out Elphinstone Reef, also known as " Shaab Abu Hamra"! This reef is considered as

the top Red Sea diving destination and one of the world's best dive spots because it has everything to offer – from shallow waters, reefs dotted with overhangs and swim through to deeper wall dives. The dive site is located 12km of the shore, and the nearest city is Marsa Alam, which is around 30 kilometers away. If you’ve never been there before, here are 5 reasons why Elphinstone Reef is one of the world's most exciting diving spots:

1- Incredible marine life

Diving in the Red Sea’s Elphinstone Reef is very exciting. The corals at Elphinstone Reef are very diverse. The shallow reef is covered with

soft corals, hard corals, gorgonians, and sponges. There are also numerous species of marine life that are endemic to the Red Sea, divers can see a large number of marine creatures in their natural habitat, large schools of fish, dolphins, tunas, barracudas, and a lot of sharks. Elphinstone Reef is a fantastic location to dive with oceanic white tip shark, also known as Longimanus, however, divers should be cautious of the Longimanus which often swims close to them and surrounds them.

2- Unlimited Scuba Diving Activities

Elphinstone Reef is the best place to do all types of scuba diving activities in Red Sea. It has shallow and deep dive sites, overhangs, and wall

dives, offering something for everyone. You can spend a few hours at Elphinstone Reef doing very easy, relaxed scuba diving, or you can challenge

yourself to more advanced scuba diving activities. One of the most popular scuba diving activities at this dive site is night diving. Elphinstone Reef is

an amazing place to dive under the stars! Another interesting scuba diving activity at Elphinstone Reef is cave diving. No, we’re not talking about the kind of scuba diving where you get a scuba certification from a dive school. We’re talking about scuba diving in the sense of getting yourself inside a natural cave, which is something that can be found at Elphinstone Reef.

3- Breathtaking Scenery (Which is something you can’t get on any other Red Sea dive sites)

Elphinstone Reef is a place where you can experience the stunning beauty of nature with your own eyes. This is something that you can experience only at Elphinstone Reef, and it’s something that will stay with you for the rest of your life! While scuba diving at Elphinstone Reef, you might find yourself swimming through a tunnel of soft corals. The wall of Elphinstone Reef is also covered with soft corals, so you can swim right through it. At the back of the reef, you can find numerous overhangs, which are covered with hard corals and sponges. While you are swimming inside this beautiful reef, you might even find yourself surrounded by dolphins. You can see dolphins at Elphinstone Reef at certain times of the year.

4-The visibility in Elphinstone Reef

The currents are often from north to south, but can be changed even during your dive. The average visibility is 20-30m, and the water temperature varies from 20°C to 30°C. This makes Elphinstone Reef a great place for both experienced and beginner scuba divers. The visibility at Elphinstone Reef is mainly affected by the weather conditions. Depending on the weather conditions, you can expect the water to be warm. Keep in mind that the visibility at any dive site is not a constant. It keeps on changing depending on various factors. You can check the visibility at Elphinstone Reef online before you head there.

5- Elphinstone Reef is suitable for all skill levels

Elphinstone Reef is a great place for both experienced and beginner scuba divers. No matter if you’re a novice diver or an experienced

diver, you can find something interesting to do at Elphinstone Reef. There are dive sites suitable for all skill levels at Elphinstone Reef. If you’re a

beginner diver, you can select the shallow water dive sites and follow your guides. At the same time, experienced divers can explore the deeper water dive sites. As a beginner, you can also consider joining one of the scuba diving courses offered by dive schools. The instructors at these dive schools will make sure that you master all the scuba diving techniques before letting you explore the deeper water dive sites.

Elphinstone Reef is the best place to visit if you’re looking for an ultimate diving experience in Red Sea. There are many diving sites that

offer a great experience and the ability to see some amazing creatures, but there are few sites that really stand out as being one of the best places in

the world to dive, Elphinstone Reef certainly falls under this category. If you’ve never been here before, make sure to add Elphinstone Reef to your travel bucket list. Now that you know what makes Elphinstone Reef one of the top diving destination in the world, are you ready to book your flight? This is something that you should definitely experience at least once in your lifetime!