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Dive site guide · Offshore reefs & wrecks · Wall

Shaab Maksour — dive site guide

Also known as Sha'ab Maksur

Shaab Maksour is a reef wall in the Fury Shoal reefs of the Deep South, reached by liveaboard. The deepest documented point is around 40 m. Independent guides rate it advanced, with moderate current at times. Regularly reported life includes tuna, barracuda and surgeonfish. Its position is confirmed by independent sources.

Illustrative Red Sea diving photo — not taken at Shaab Maksour
Illustrative photo — not taken at this site.
Site type Wall
Max documented depth 40 m
Typical depth about 18 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Moderate
Visibility 10–30 m
Access Liveaboard

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.

What's the underwater landscape like?

Sources describe big coral blocks at south tip and up to 3 dive spots.

What marine life can you see?

Regularly seen: Tuna, barracuda and surgeonfish.

Who can dive it?

Suitable for: Advanced

Safety: Watch for depth.

How do you dive Shaab Maksour with us?

  • Liveaboard · 7 nights

    Deep South · St John's

    from €1,290 per person, twin cabin

    Dived on our liveaboard safaris from Hurghada.

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