Plongée à Brothers Islands — Egypt

The Brothers Islands are two remote pinnacles 60km offshore, accessible only by liveaboard. Hammerheads school at 40m, oceanic whitetips patrol the blue, and the walls are draped in spectacular soft corals. With some of the strongest currents in the Red Sea, this is strictly for experienced divers — and the shark action is the reward.

Score
63.3
Visibilité
20–30m
Température
22–29°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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Brothers Islands
EgyptRed Sea
63.3

SCORE

26.3200°N

34.8500°E

The Brothers Islands are two remote pinnacles 60km offshore, accessible only by liveaboard. Hammerheads school at 40m, oceanic whitetips patrol the blue, and the walls are draped in spectacular soft corals. With some of the strongest currents in the Red Sea, this is strictly for experienced divers — and the shark action is the reward.

The Red Sea's Shark Pinnacle

Visibility20–30 m
Temperature22–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$150
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML47.0CH71.0VIS89.0SV60.0TMP66.0DA62.0OP73.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL43.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

47.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
48
Megafauna Encounters
56
Reef Fish Abundance
74
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
35
Marine Life Diversity
47.0
Coral & Reef Health
71.0
Visibility & Conditions
89.0
Dive Site Variety
60.0
Water Temperature
66.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
43.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

reefwreckshorepelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

liveaboard deck time only — no landing on islands

Non-Diver Score

1/10

Dedicated dive destination — not ideal for non-divers.

Family FriendlyNot recommended
Restaurants & Nightlifenone

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Hurghada Hyperbaric Medical Center
Nearest Hospital200 km

Liveaboard-only; 8-12 hrs to Hurghada; some liveaboards carry emergency O2 and DAN insurance is essential

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

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