Egypt · Red Sea

Sharm El Sheikh

Ras Mohammed reefs · Tiran channel · gateway to Thistlegorm

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Dive trips to Sharm El Sheikh

1 curated expedition visiting Sharm El Sheikh — fixed dates, small groups, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee.

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Courses you can take in Sharm El Sheikh

21 canonical courses bookable through iDive partner schools · all SSI+PADI certified · zero agency fee.

Discover Scuba course in Sharm El Sheikh
Discover Scuba

Discover Scuba in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · PADI-certified

Scuba Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Scuba Diver

Scuba Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI-certified

Open Water Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

4 · PADI / SSI-certified

Advanced Open Water course in Sharm El Sheikh
Advanced Open Water

Advanced Open Water in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI-certified

Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Sharm El Sheikh
Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Enriched Air (Nitrox) in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · PADI / SSI-certified

Deep Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Deep Diver

Deep Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI / SSI-certified

Wreck Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Wreck Diver

Wreck Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI / SSI-certified

Underwater Navigation course in Sharm El Sheikh
Underwater Navigation

Underwater Navigation in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI / SSI-certified

Night Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Night Diver

Night Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

2 · PADI / SSI-certified

Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Sharm El Sheikh
Peak Performance Buoyancy

Peak Performance Buoyancy in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI-certified

Fun Dives course in Sharm El Sheikh
Fun Dives

Fun Dives in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · PADI / SSI-certified

Rescue Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Rescue Diver

Rescue Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

3 · PADI / SSI-certified

Emergency First Response course in Sharm El Sheikh
Emergency First Response

Emergency First Response in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI-certified

Divemaster course in Sharm El Sheikh
Divemaster

Divemaster in Sharm El Sheikh

15 · PADI / SSI-certified

Instructor / IDC course in Sharm El Sheikh
Instructor / IDC

Instructor / IDC in Sharm El Sheikh

10 · PADI-certified

Search & Recovery course in Sharm El Sheikh
Search & Recovery

Search & Recovery in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI-certified

Science of Diving course in Sharm El Sheikh
Science of Diving

Science of Diving in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI-certified

Underwater Photography course in Sharm El Sheikh
Underwater Photography

Underwater Photography in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI / PADI-certified

Drift Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh
Drift Diver

Drift Diver in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI / PADI-certified

Marine Ecology & Fish ID course in Sharm El Sheikh
Marine Ecology & Fish ID

Marine Ecology & Fish ID in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI / PADI-certified

Conservation & AWARE course in Sharm El Sheikh
Conservation & AWARE

Conservation & AWARE in Sharm El Sheikh

1 · SSI-certified

When to dive in Sharm El Sheikh

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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Peak Shoulder Off-season
Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead — peak season fills early.

What you'll see in Sharm El Sheikh

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

About diving in Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm is the Red Sea's biggest dive hub — Ras Mohammed walls, Tiran currents, and liveaboard departure for Thistlegorm.

What pulls divers to Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohammed reefs · Tiran channel · gateway to Thistlegorm.

Diving conditions are typically calm to moderate, with water temperatures around 22-29°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for wreck enthusiasts, bucket list, advanced divers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Sharm El Sheikh?
Peak season is Mar–May, Sep–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Jun–Aug) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Feb, Dec unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?
eVisa. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 5-7 hours, with one-way fares around ₹18K-30K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Sharm El Sheikh?
Year-round you will see Napoleon Wrasse, Hawksbill Turtle, Green Turtle, Giant Moray, Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray. Seasonal highlights: Spotted Eagle Ray (May–Sep); Whale Shark (Apr–Aug); Scalloped Hammerhead (Jun–Sep); Reef Manta Ray (Jun–Sep); Mobula Ray (Jun–Sep); Pickhandle Barracuda (Jun–Sep); Bohar Snapper (Jun–Aug).

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