NBM Dive Site Resource
Blue Hole Dahab
Dahab, South Sinai, Egypt
A deep reef sinkhole north of Dahab with a shallow saddle and recreational outer-wall routes; the deep Arch is a technical overhead dive.
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Aquatic life at this dive site
What divers may encounter
Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Site media
Photographs
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Dive videos
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Location map
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Recent field observations
Diver-reported temperatures
Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.
Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.
Why divers know this place
Highlights
Blue-hole basin, shallow saddle, outer coral wall and Bells-to-Blue-Hole drift.
Before you arrive
Access notes
Shore steps reach the basin; Bells entry is north of it. Use a qualified Dahab guide and agree the maximum depth and route before entering.
Plan within your training
Conditions and hazards
Extreme depth, no visual bottom reference, narcosis, gas depletion, freediver traffic and fatal history. The Arch is beyond recreational limits and must never be attempted on recreational equipment or air.
At the site
Facilities and support
Roadside dive facilities and restaurants are nearby, but equipment, guide, oxygen and emergency plan must be verified with the operator.
Related Diving Media
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Independent resource notice
This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.