Aquarium (2)

Aquarium (2) is a reef dive site in the Gulf of Aqaba at approximately 29.39°N, 34.82°E, in the Taba / Nuweiba area of Egypt’s northeastern Sinai coast. This is a geographically distinct site from the “Aquarium” entry (27.14°N, 33.95°E) which is located near El Quseir — these are not duplicates.

Overview

The coordinates (29.39°N, 34.82°E) place this site on the northern Gulf of Aqaba coast between Taba and Nuweiba — a section known for shore-accessible reef diving in calm, clear water with minimal currents. The Gulf of Aqaba in this zone is warm year-round, with water temperatures staying above 21°C, and the calm conditions make it particularly suitable for beginner divers.

“Aquarium”-style dive sites in the Taba/Nuweiba area are typically named for the dense, colourful fish populations that concentrate in shallow reef gardens — resembling a marine aquarium. Sites in this area typically feature depths of 6–18 m, coral outcrops on sandy slopes, and a wide variety of reef fish species easily approached by divers.

No site-specific source for this exact OSM entry (“Aquarium 2”) in the Taba/Nuweiba zone was found in dive guides, though the Taba area is described as having excellent beginner diving.

Dive Profile

• Depth: Shallow (likely 5–25 m based on Gulf of Aqaba Taba-zone sites)
• Current: Minimal (Gulf of Aqaba location)
• Entry: Shore (Taba-area sites are primarily shore-accessed)

Marine Life

The Gulf of Aqaba supports clownfish, lionfish, butterflyfish, grouper, moray eels, turtles, blue-spotted stingrays, and juvenile reef fish typical of an “aquarium” reef.

Sources: Taba Diving Guide — Egypt Tours Plus, Dive Site Directory — Taba. No site-specific source found for this exact OSM entry. Last updated 2026-05-17.