Marsa Abu Dabab South

Marsa Abu Dabab South is the southern entry point to the famous Abu Dabbab Bay, approximately 30 km north of Marsa Alam. While the northern section of the bay draws the most attention for its seagrass and dugong habitat, the southern area offers complementary reef structure and is a quieter alternative access point to the same bay ecosystem.

Overview

The southern section of Abu Dabbab Bay transitions from the central seagrass meadows to more developed coral reef along the bay’s southern margin. Like the northern entry, this area hosts the resident turtle and dugong population that ranges throughout the whole bay. Visibility and conditions are similar to the northern section: calm, shallow, and accessible to beginners. The site is used by dive operators who wish to split groups or approach the seagrass beds from a different angle.

Marine Life

• Green sea turtles and hawksbill turtles — residents of the bay
• Resident dugongs ranging throughout the bay
• Reef fish communities: butterflyfish, parrotfish, groupers
• Blue-spotted stingrays on sandy patches between reef and seagrass
• Occasional guitar sharks resting on the sandy bottom

Dive Profile

Shore entry from the southern beach section of Abu Dabbab Bay. Depths range from 0 to approximately 15 m. Minimal current; calm conditions year-round. Visibility typically 10–20 m. The sandy bottom and seagrass meadow are the dominant features, transitioning to patch reef toward the bay margins.

Site Information

• Location: Abu Dabbab Bay, ~30 km north of Marsa Alam, Egyptian Red Sea
• Entry Type: Shore entry
• Site Type: Reef
• Maximum Depth: 15 meters
• Difficulty: Beginner

Sources: Divezone – Abu Dabbab, Girls That Scuba – Marsa Alam. Last updated 2026-05-17.