Plongée à Elphinstone Reef — Egypt
Elphinstone is a torpedo-shaped offshore reef with sheer walls and two deep plateaus at the north and south ends — the prime spots for oceanic whitetip encounters. It's accessible as a day trip from Marsa Alam and delivers some of the most reliable big animal encounters in the Red Sea.
- Score
- 64.1
- Visibilité
- 15–40m
- Température
- 22–29°C
- Meilleurs mois
- April, May, June
Elphinstone is a torpedo-shaped offshore reef with sheer walls and two deep plateaus at the north and south ends — the prime spots for oceanic whitetip encounters. It's accessible as a day trip from Marsa Alam and delivers some of the most reliable big animal encounters in the Red Sea.
The Red Sea's Most Famous Reef
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
47.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Key Species
Dive Types
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
Non-Diver Score
Dedicated dive destination — not ideal for non-divers.
Safety & Emergency
Day trip from Marsa Alam; 1 hr boat ride back to port; chamber accessible same day
Top Operators
Emperor Divers Marsa Alam
PADI
Diving Ocean Marsa Alam
PADI