Dive site guide · Giftun Islands · Drift route
Giftun Soraya — dive site guide
Also known as Ham Ham, Police Station, Small Giftun drift, Giftun Soraya Drift, Pierre's Hill
Giftun Soraya is a drift dive at Small Giftun, in the Giftun Islands, the closest island group to Hurghada. Published dive guides record a maximum of about 40 m. Independent guides rate it beginner, where the current varies. Regularly reported life includes gorgonian forest at ~20 m and abundant fish. Its position is confirmed by independent sources.
How deep does it go?
Documented maximum depths vary between sources: 20 m, 40 m.
What's the underwater landscape like?
Sources describe gorgonian forest ~20 m, plateau 15-25 m, caves and huge gorgonians.
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What marine life can you see?
Regularly seen: Gorgonian forest at ~20 m and abundant fish.
Occasional or seasonal — never guaranteed: Napoleon wrasse, turtles, barracuda and tuna.
Who can dive it?
Suitable for: Open Water, Advanced
Safety: Deep tunnel beyond recreational limits.
How is it dived?
Getting there: > 30 min from Hurghada.
Drift ends at the Giftun Soraya moorings. Drop near the island police station, drift to the boat at 'Small Giftun'.
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