Abu Fendera — Elba Reef
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The Abu Fendera — Elba Reef liveaboard safari departs from Port Hamata and visits the reef systems of Abu Fendera and Elba Reef near the Sudanese border. One of Egypt’s most remote and least-explored routes.
Abu Fendera is a 6 km long reef system with depths of 15–25 meters. Sharks, large schools of fish, and numerous crustacean species. Magnificent Napoleon wrasse and rare parrotfish. Grey reef sharks and hammerhead sharks.
Elba Reef North and South feature plateaus starting at 20 meters and dropping to 45+ meters. The Levanzo wreck is a historic vessel. Sernaka Island with the Il Kamash wreck. Remote, unexplored reef areas — guests can suggest names for new dive sites for future seasons.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
Year-round (best September–May)
Visibility
20–40 meters
Water Temperature
24–28°C
Level
Advanced Open Water
Duration
7 nights
Min. Dives
40
Useful Information
Best Season
March–May and September–November (optimal temperature and visibility)
Visa
E-visa or visa on arrival for Russian citizens
How to Get There
Direct flights from Moscow to Hurghada (4.5 hours) and Sharm el-Sheikh (5 hours).
Climate
Subtropical desert, 25–35°C in summer, 15–25°C in winter
Currency
Egyptian pound (EGP), USD widely accepted
Time Zone
UTC+2
