Dive site guide · Safaga & Soma Bay · Reef
Ras Umm Hesiwa — dive site guide
Also known as Ras Um Hesiwa
Ras Umm Hesiwa is a reef on the north side of Soma Bay, in the Safaga and Soma Bay area. Sources document depths to 30 m. Its position is confirmed by independent sources. We dive it as a day trip with a road transfer from Hurghada.
What's the underwater landscape like?
Sources describe Drift dive, hard coral and coral blocks.
- Plateau
What marine life can you see?
Occasional or seasonal — never guaranteed: Sharks.
Who can dive it?
Recommended minimum: CMAS ** / AOW (per wannadive)
Safety: Wannadive danger tags.
How is it dived?
Getting there: Good boat time (< 30min).
Nearby dive sites
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Guided 2-dive day trip
Dived as a day trip with a road transfer from Hurghada — ask us for the price and pickup time.
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