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IntermediateShore entry

The Caves

South Sinai, Egypt
AOW suggested5–30 m depthShore entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

The Caves at a glance

The Caves is a intermediate shore dive site in South Sinai, Egypt with depths of 5–30 m (16–98 ft). Typically most favorable Jul–Jan · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Glassfish, Anthias, and Lionfish. Recent reports put the water around 28°C (82°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 2h ago
0.3 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 28°C · seasonal avg 28°C

Site hazards: Small overhead cave/swim-through areas; depth on the outer slope; remote location

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Dive windows this week

Best: Sat
Sun9:00–20:00
Mon7:00–20:00
Tue7:00–20:00
Wed7:00–20:00
Thu7:00–20:00
Fri7:00–20:00
Sat7:00–20:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:34 · Sunrise 6:00 · Sunset 19:36

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 17 km from site · graded 2h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

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.

What Divers Say

Known for: Glassfish, Anthias, Lionfish
Best time: Year-round; calm conditions for the shore entry

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. Jan100%23°C0.6 m
  2. Feb99%21°C0.8 m
  3. Mar97%22°C0.6 m
  4. Apr100%23°C0.7 m
  5. May100%24°C0.7 m
  6. Jun99%26°C0.7 m
  7. Jul100%28°C0.5 m
  8. Aug100%29°C0.7 m
  9. Sep100%28°C0.7 m
  10. Oct100%26°C0.7 m
  11. Nov100%26°C0.5 m
  12. Dec100%24°C0.5 m

January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November, and December havetypically 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

  • GlassfishCommonly seen
  • AnthiasCommonly seen
  • LionfishCommonly seen
  • Moray eelOccasionally seen
  • Sea turtleOccasionally seen
  • Napoleon wrasseOccasionally seen
  • Bluespotted ribbontail rayOccasionally seen
  • Soft coralCommonly seen

Fills & rentals nearby

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

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Site details

The Caves lies about 15 km south of Dahab and is the last site reachable by car before the road gives way and camels take over toward Gabr El Bint. It features small caves and swim-throughs in the reef along a sloping wall.

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Small overhead cave/swim-through areas; depth on the outer slope; remote location

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