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North Passage

The Red Sea, Egypt
Depth
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98ft
Visibility
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49ft - 148ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About North Passage

North Passage is a shallow sloping reef dive that can be found closer to Sharm El Sheik than Gubal. Clean sandy bottom starts in a depth of 10 meters and gently slopes to a maximum depth of 30 meters. Large amounts of hard and soft coral formations to be seen. Beautiful marine life clouds this dive and makes great photo opportunity. Beginner level divers may dive in shallower areas.

North Passage Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef, Other
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:30m
Visibility Range:15m - 45m
Experience Level:Experienced
Best Gas:21% - 35% O2

Marine Life

  • Eels
  • Glass Fish
  • Dolphins
  • Rays
  • Various
  • Goat Fish
  • Turtles
  • Pelagic Fish

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature

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Dive Site Hazards

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Location

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