Egypt · Red Sea

Sharm El Sheikh

Ras Mohammed reefs · Tiran channel · access to Thistlegorm

5-7 hours
Flight from India
eVisa
Entry
35
Dive sites
22-29°C
Water temp
SSI+PADI
Affiliation
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Courses you can take in Sharm El Sheikh

39 courses (PADI & SSI) bookable through iDive partner schools · zero agency fee.

39 courses
PADI Discover Scuba course in Sharm El Sheikh

Discover Scuba

PADI certified · 1 day

Your first breath underwater — no certification or experience needed.

SSI Discover Scuba course in Sharm El Sheikh

Discover Scuba

SSI certified · 1 day

Your first breath underwater — no certification or experience needed.

PADI Scuba Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Scuba Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

A faster entry-level certification — dive to 12m with a professional.

SSI Scuba Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Scuba Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

A faster entry-level certification — dive to 12m with a professional.

PADI Open Water Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Open Water Diver

PADI certified · 4 days

The world's most popular scuba certification — dive independently to 18m.

SSI Open Water Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Open Water Diver

SSI certified · 3 days

The world's most popular scuba certification — dive independently to 18m.

PADI Advanced Open Water course in Sharm El Sheikh

Advanced Open Water

PADI certified · 2 days

Five adventure dives including deep and navigation — extend your range to 30m.

SSI Advanced Open Water course in Sharm El Sheikh

Advanced Open Water

SSI certified · 2 days

Five adventure dives including deep and navigation — extend your range to 30m.

PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Sharm El Sheikh

Enriched Air (Nitrox)

PADI certified · 1 day

Dive longer with enriched air — the most popular specialty in diving.

SSI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Sharm El Sheikh

Enriched Air (Nitrox)

SSI certified · 0.5

Dive longer with enriched air — the most popular specialty in diving.

PADI Deep Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Deep Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

Extend your depth limit to 40m and learn deep-dive planning.

SSI Deep Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Deep Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

Extend your depth limit to 40m and learn deep-dive planning.

PADI Wreck Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Wreck Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

Explore shipwrecks safely — surveying, mapping and penetration lines.

SSI Wreck Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Wreck Diver

SSI certified · 1 day

Explore shipwrecks safely — surveying, mapping and penetration lines.

PADI Underwater Navigation course in Sharm El Sheikh

Underwater Navigation

PADI certified · 2 days

Master compass and natural navigation — never lose the boat again.

SSI Underwater Navigation course in Sharm El Sheikh

Underwater Navigation

SSI certified · 1 day

Master compass and natural navigation — never lose the boat again.

PADI Night Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Night Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

Discover the reef after dark, when nocturnal marine life comes alive.

SSI Night Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Night Diver

SSI certified · 1 day

Discover the reef after dark, when nocturnal marine life comes alive.

PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Sharm El Sheikh

Peak Performance Buoyancy

PADI certified · 1 day

Hover effortlessly, protect the reef and extend your air with perfect trim.

SSI Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Sharm El Sheikh

Peak Performance Buoyancy

SSI certified · 1 day

Hover effortlessly, protect the reef and extend your air with perfect trim.

PADI Fun Dives course in Sharm El Sheikh

Fun Dives

PADI certified · 2 days

Guided fun dives for certified divers — single, double or multi-day.

SSI Fun Dives course in Sharm El Sheikh

Fun Dives

SSI certified · 2 days

Guided fun dives for certified divers — single, double or multi-day.

PADI Rescue Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Rescue Diver

PADI certified · 3 days

Prevent and manage dive emergencies — the most rewarding course you will take.

SSI Rescue Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Rescue Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

Prevent and manage dive emergencies — the most rewarding course you will take.

PADI Emergency First Response course in Sharm El Sheikh

Emergency First Response

PADI certified · 1 day

CPR and primary/secondary care — the first-aid foundation for Rescue Diver.

SSI Emergency First Response course in Sharm El Sheikh

Emergency First Response

SSI certified · 1 day

CPR and primary/secondary care — the first-aid foundation for Rescue Diver.

PADI Divemaster course in Sharm El Sheikh

Divemaster

PADI certified · 15 days

Your first professional rating — lead certified divers and assist courses.

SSI Divemaster course in Sharm El Sheikh

Divemaster

SSI certified · 14 days

Your first professional rating — lead certified divers and assist courses.

PADI Instructor / IDC course in Sharm El Sheikh

Instructor / IDC

PADI certified · 10 days

Teach scuba worldwide — the Instructor Development Course and exam.

SSI Instructor / IDC course in Sharm El Sheikh

Instructor / IDC

SSI certified · 10 days

Teach scuba worldwide — the Instructor Development Course and exam.

SSI Search & Recovery course in Sharm El Sheikh

Search & Recovery

SSI certified · 1 day

Search patterns and lift bags to locate and recover lost objects.

SSI Science of Diving course in Sharm El Sheikh

Science of Diving

SSI certified · 1 day

The physics, physiology and decompression theory behind every dive (SSI).

PADI Underwater Photography course in Sharm El Sheikh

Underwater Photography

PADI certified · non spécifié

Capture the reef — composition, lighting and underwater camera settings.

SSI Underwater Photography course in Sharm El Sheikh

Underwater Photography

SSI certified · 1 day

Capture the reef — composition, lighting and underwater camera settings.

PADI Drift Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Drift Diver

PADI certified · non spécifié

Ride the current — relaxed drift technique and surface signalling.

SSI Drift Diver course in Sharm El Sheikh

Drift Diver

SSI certified · 1 day

Ride the current — relaxed drift technique and surface signalling.

PADI Marine Ecology & Fish ID course in Sharm El Sheikh

Marine Ecology & Fish ID

PADI certified · non spécifié

Identify fish, coral and reef life — dive with a naturalist's eye.

SSI Marine Ecology & Fish ID course in Sharm El Sheikh

Marine Ecology & Fish ID

SSI certified · 1 day

Identify fish, coral and reef life — dive with a naturalist's eye.

SSI Conservation & AWARE course in Sharm El Sheikh

Conservation & AWARE

SSI certified · 1 day

Dive Against Debris and reef conservation — protect the ocean you love.

Dive trips to Sharm El Sheikh

1 curated expedition visiting Sharm El Sheikh, fixed dates, small groups, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee.

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When to dive in Sharm El Sheikh

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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What you'll see in Sharm El Sheikh

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

Plan your dive trip to Sharm El Sheikh

Once your diving is sorted, book the rest of the trip. We've matched flights, stays, things to do and local transport to Sharm El Sheikh so you can plan it all in one place.

Getting there

Fly into Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) · 5-7 hours from India.

Where to stay

Hotels and stays near the dive sites — compare rates and book direct.

Things to do topside

Tours, day trips and experiences for your non-diving days.

Airport transfers & getting around

No ride-hailing app operates here — hotels and dive centres arrange airport/boat transfers. We can pre-book one for you.

About diving in Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm is the Red Sea's biggest dive hub, covering Ras Mohammed walls, Tiran currents, and liveaboard departures for Thistlegorm.

What pulls divers to Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohammed reefs · Tiran channel · access to Thistlegorm.

Diving conditions are typically calm to moderate, with water temperatures around 22-29°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for wreck enthusiasts, bucket list, advanced divers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Sharm El Sheikh?
Peak season is Mar–May, Sep–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Jun–Aug) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Feb, Dec unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?
eVisa. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 5-7 hours, with one-way fares around ₹18K-30K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Sharm El Sheikh?
Year-round you will see Napoleon Wrasse, Hawksbill Turtle, Green Turtle, Giant Moray, Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray. Seasonal highlights: Spotted Eagle Ray (May–Sep); Whale Shark (Apr–Aug); Scalloped Hammerhead (Jun–Sep); Reef Manta Ray (Jun–Sep); Mobula Ray (Jun–Sep); Pickhandle Barracuda (Jun–Sep); Bohar Snapper (Jun–Aug).

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