Plongée à Yanbu — Saudi Arabia

Yanbu sits on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast with pristine reefs that have been off-limits to international tourism until recently. The Seven Sisters reef system offers some of the healthiest coral in the northern Red Sea, with easy shore access and minimal diver traffic. Saudi Vision 2030 is rapidly developing infrastructure while the marine ecosystem remains virtually untouched.

Score
67.3
Visibilité
15–35m
Température
22–32°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Yanbu
Saudi ArabiaRed Sea
67.3

SCORE

24.0895°N

38.0618°E

Yanbu sits on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast with pristine reefs that have been off-limits to international tourism until recently. The Seven Sisters reef system offers some of the healthiest coral in the northern Red Sea, with easy shore access and minimal diver traffic. Saudi Vision 2030 is rapidly developing infrastructure while the marine ecosystem remains virtually untouched.

Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Reef City

Visibility15–35 m
Temperature22–32°C
Max Depth35 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$100
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML72.0CH78.0VIS75.0SV62.0TMP75.0DA62.0OP65.0TS52.0GT68.0VAL68.0CRD82.0SP48.0

Marine Life

72.0

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

Species Diversity
68
Megafauna Encounters
58
Reef Fish Abundance
75
Macro Life
70
Endemic Species
58
Marine Life Diversity
72.0
Coral & Reef Health
78.0
Visibility & Conditions
75.0
Dive Site Variety
62.0
Water Temperature
75.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
65.0
Topside Experience
52.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
68.0
Crowding
82.0
Social Proof
48.0

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

Yanbu Old TownRoyal Commission parksdesert excursionsMedina day trip

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Yanbu Old Town
  • Hejaz Railway ruins

Non-Diver Score

5/10

Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Yanbu General Hospital Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital5 km

Yanbu General Hospital has a hyperbaric chamber; additional facilities in Jeddah (350 km) — DAN coverage recommended

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Dream Divers Saudi

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