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Careless Reef

Red Sea
4.7
(1,200 reviews)
5
Tours Available
$30
Adult Entry
2-3 hours
Recommended Duration
March-May, October-November
Best Time

Overview

Careless Reef is a renowned diving spot in the Red Sea, known for its vibrant coral formations and diverse marine life. It is a popular destination for both beginners and experienced divers.

Home to a wide variety of marine species and stunning coral formations, making it a must-visit for divers.

Marine Life Coral Reef

Location

Address

Red Sea

Neighborhood: Red Sea Coast

Coordinates

27.260400, 33.810400

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
saturday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
sunday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults
$30
Children
$15

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

calm waters, better visibility

Duration Recommendations

Minimum
1 hour
Recommended
2-3 hours
Full Experience
half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm

  • • clear waters
  • • abundant marine life

summer

hot

  • • warm water

autumn

warm

  • • clear waters

winter

cooler

  • • cooler water

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

  • Check water conditions
  • Book with a reputable dive center
  • Ensure proper certification

What to Bring

essential

dive certification dive gear sunscreen

recommended

camera waterproof bag

seasonal

wetsuit dry suit

not allowed

own boats unauthorized diving

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

  • • follow dive guidelines

Medical facilities: nearby

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EGP

Typical Costs

entry $30
dive gear rental $20
guide $50

Dress Code

dive gear, comfortable wetsuit, dive fins, inappropriate gear

Booking Tips

  • • 2 weeks
  • • official dive center website
  • • 48 hours
  • • available

Amenities

Restrooms
Gift shop
Atm
Wifi
Lockers
Wheelchair rental
Stroller rental
On site restaurant
Cafe
Picnic areas
Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Red Sea Dive Guide

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Dive sites, Weather updates

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Dive centers, Cafes

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Hurghada International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi
$20 20 min
public_transport
$5 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

bus
$1 15 min
taxi
$8 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique marine biodiversity

Historical Significance: Long-standing diving tradition

Insider Tips

  • Best dive spots with local guides
  • Local cafes for post-dive meals

Local Recommendations

  • • Try local seafood
  • • Ask for guide Ahmed

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Marhaba
thank_you Shukran
where_is Wayn
how_much Kam
beautiful Helwa
ticket Tikket

Guide Languages: English, Arabic, German

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main dive site

Best Time: Mid-morning

Tips: Underwater shots

Result: Stunning marine life

#diving #underwater #redsea

Photography Rules

allowed areas designated dive sites
prohibited areas restricted zones
flash photography allowed
commercial photography permit needed
drone policy prohibited
tripod policy restricted
selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Hurghada Marina

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Marina

Giftun Islands

Distance: 10km

Walking: N/A

Type: Islands

Reviews

4.7

Based on 1,200 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

  • "Book with local guides"
  • "Visit early"
  • "Great marine life"

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Rating

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Reviews

1,200

Adult Entry

$30

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