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Dive site guide · Safaga & Soma Bay · Reef

Sandy Island (Tobia) — dive site guide

Also known as Tobia Island, Sandy Island

Sandy Island (Tobia) is a reef in the Tobia reefs, in the Safaga and Soma Bay area. Published dive guides record a maximum of about 14 m. Its position is confirmed by independent sources. We dive it as a day trip with a road transfer from Hurghada.

Illustrative Red Sea diving photo — not taken at Sandy Island (Tobia)
Illustrative photo — not taken at this site.
Site type Reef
Max documented depth 14 m
Typical depth about 10 m
Current None
Visibility 5–10 m
Access Day boat

Documented site depths are not a recommended dive depth. Your dive plan stays within your certification limit and takes account of conditions and experience. Read our safety information.

Who can dive it?

Safety: Kite-surfers around the islet.

Nearby dive sites

How do you dive Sandy Island (Tobia) with us?

  • Day trip by road

    A day trip by road from Hurghada

    Dived as a day trip with a road transfer from Hurghada — ask us for the price and pickup time.

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