David T.
UKOpen Water Diver
May 22, 2026
Turtle paradise. They came so close I could see the patterns on their shells in detail.
46 people found this helpful
Marsa Alam South · Shore Dive
Marsa Samadai (Shore)
A protected shore site 7 km south of Marsa Alam with healthy fringing reef and reliable turtle sightings. Easy walk-in entry, sheltered lagoon - perfect for training and chilled morning dives.
Depth
4-22m
Level
Beginner
Access
Shore Dive
Visibility
18-28m
Current
No current
About this site
A protected shore site 7 km south of Marsa Alam with healthy fringing reef and reliable turtle sightings. Easy walk-in entry, sheltered lagoon - perfect for training and chilled morning dives. (Different site from the offshore Sha'ab Samadai dolphin reef.)
Highlights
- Easy beach entry close to town
- Reliable green turtles
- Sheltered lagoon
- Training friendly
Marine life
Green turtlePufferfishGoatfishAnthiasCornetfish
Location
25.0080°N, 34.9600°E · ~7 km south of Marsa Alam
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Bertha O.
SpainRescue Diver
Apr 18, 2026
Did two dives, saw turtles on both. The visibility was 25m and the corals were healthy.
9 people found this helpful
Niels B.
Denmark
Apr 7, 2026
Saw 3 turtles browsing the seagrass. The shallow sand bottom makes for amazing photography.
23 people found this helpful
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