Beach & Island
Lighthouse Reef
📍 Dahab, Egypt
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Introduction
Lighthouse Reef sits off Dahab's northern shore, an easy shore dive named for the small beacon nearby. Sheltered, coral-crowded shallows swarm with clownfish, butterflyfish and lionfish, while blue-spotted rays rest on the sand. Calm and current-free, it is where most Dahab beginners take their first breaths underwater.
✨ Highlights
1
Beginner Favourite
Gentle entry, shallow depth and no strong current make it the classic training site in Dahab.
2
Coral-Fringed Shallows
Dense corals start close to the surface, rewarding snorkellers as much as divers.
3
Clownfish Country
Anemones and their clownfish provide endless close-up photography subjects.
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Steps from Town
Gear rental, cylinders and cafes are all within a short walk of the entry point.
🛈 Practical Info
→Opening Hours：Water access all day; daylight hours offer the best visibility
→Tickets：Free public site; course and gear fees set by dive centres
→Duration：About half a day
→Getting There：Walk or take a short taxi ride along Dahab's seafront
💡 Tips
• The entry point is right on the shore; early morning brings the best visibility.
• Watch your buoyancy, never touch or stand on coral, and do not feed the fish.
• Dive centres across Dahab run courses here; reserve an instructor in high season.
• There is little shade at the waterline, so keep hydrated and sun-protected between dives.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Lighthouse Reef?
The entry point is right on the shore; early morning brings the best visibility. Watch your buoyancy, never touch or stand on coral, and do not feed the fish.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.
