Skip to content
Map of Saddle
Add the first photo
IntermediateShore entry

Saddle

South Sinai, EgyptDirections
Open Water suggested6–8 m (20–26 ft) depthShore entry3mm wetsuit typical

Saddle at a glance

Saddle is an intermediate shore dive site in South Sinai, Egypt with depths of 6–8 m (20–26 ft). Typically most favorable Jul–Jan · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Butterflyfish, Sergeant major, and Bluespotted ribbontail ray. Recent reports put the water around 26°C (78°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Favorable window now· until 19:00 · sunset 18:01

Forecast for this hour · 10:00 · run 14 h ago
0.0 m (0.1 ft)waves — under half a meter expected (waves — under a foot expected)

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 26°C · seasonal avg 26°C ( · Forecast 78°F · seasonal avg 79°F)

Site hazards: Shallow reef and surge can make the crossing tricky; surface chop; boat/swimmer traffic over the saddle

Read the full hazards ↓

Dive windows this week

Mon7:00–19:00 favorable

0.0 m waves · 5 kn wind (0.1 ft waves · 5 kn wind)

Tue7:00–19:00 favorable

0.1 m waves · 4 kn wind (0.2 ft waves · 4 kn wind)

Wed7:00–19:00 favorable

0.1 m waves · 3 kn wind (0.2 ft waves · 3 kn wind)

Thu7:00–18:00 favorable

0.1 m waves · 5 kn wind (0.3 ft waves · 5 kn wind)

Fri7:00–18:00 favorable

0.2 m waves · 8 kn wind (0.8 ft waves · 8 kn wind)

Sat7:00–18:00 favorable

0.3 m waves · 4 kn wind (1.0 ft waves · 4 kn wind)

SunNot in the forecast yet

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

Every forecast dive window each day, site-local time, from wave and wind forecasts. Numbers under each bar are daylight averages.

First light 6:25 · Sunrise 6:49 · Sunset 18:01 · some windows run past sunset

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 15 km from site · updated 25 Oct, 20:19 EEST

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Compare this weekend’s windows near Saddle

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

Dived here today — did the forecast match?

What Divers Say

Known for: Butterflyfish, Sergeant major, Anthias
Best time: Year-round; calmer conditions in spring and autumn

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

  1. January, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 23°C (73°F), waves have typically been 0.6 m (2.0 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots, historically most favorable
  2. February, 99% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 21°C (71°F), waves have typically been 0.8 m (2.5 ft), wind has typically been 13 knots
  3. March, 97% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 22°C (71°F), waves have typically been 0.6 m (1.9 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots
  4. April, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 23°C (73°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.1 ft), wind has typically been 13 knots, historically most favorable
  5. May, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 24°C (75°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.4 ft), wind has typically been 14 knots, historically most favorable
  6. June, 99% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 26°C (79°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.3 ft), wind has typically been 14 knots
  7. July, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 28°C (83°F), waves have typically been 0.5 m (1.5 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots, historically most favorable
  8. August, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 29°C (85°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.2 ft), wind has typically been 14 knots, historically most favorable
  9. September, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 28°C (82°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.4 ft), wind has typically been 13 knots, historically most favorable
  10. October, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 26°C (79°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.2 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots, historically most favorable
  11. November, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 26°C (78°F), waves have typically been 0.5 m (1.7 ft), wind has typically been 10 knots, historically most favorable
  12. December, 100% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 24°C (75°F), waves have typically been 0.5 m (1.8 ft), wind has typically been 10 knots, historically most favorable

January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November, and December have typically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Rough labels: “Commonly seen” usually means two or more recorded sightings near this site in public dive logs (GBIF), “Occasionally seen” one; “Seasonal” and “Rarely seen” come from dive-guide research. Not a measured rate.

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Shop facts come from OpenStreetMap and community corrections, shown nearest first. PickADive lists facts and contacts only — no listing is sponsored or ranked.

Data updated June 2026

Site details

The Saddle is the shallow reef notch, around 6-8 m deep, that connects the Blue Hole to the open sea. Divers drifting from the Bells cross the saddle to drop into the Blue Hole, and it is also where snorkelers and many recreational divers enter the hole.

reefshore

Shallow reef and surge can make the crossing tricky; surface chop; boat/swimmer traffic over the saddle

Reviews

No reviews yet — this site is waiting for its first. Dived here? Your rating and a few lines help the next diver.

Spot something off?

Help keep this listing accurate for the next diver.