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Sharm El Sheikh · Egypt · Red Sea
Tower, Sharm El Sheikh: Wall Diving in the Red Sea
Descend along the fossil coral wall of Tower, where the sheer drop and vibrant reef promise encounters from resident marine life to passing pelagics.
What makes this site special
- Classic wall dive profile.
- Notable fossil coral tower.
- Shallow reef for extended exploration.
- Potential for pelagic sightings in summer.
- Accessible for all diver levels.
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Tower about the site
Tower, a classic Sharm El Sheikh dive, is located approximately 15 minutes south of Naama Bay. Named for the striking fossilised coral pinnacle that juts out from the southern side of the bay, this site presents a compelling wall dive profile. As you descend, the wall drops away into the blue, inviting exploration along its richly textured face. The topography provides numerous ledges and crevices, creating homes for a diverse array of reef inhabitants.
Your dive at Tower typically begins by descending along this impressive coral wall. The sheer face is adorned with vibrant soft and hard corals, creating a vivid tapestry of life. You'll find yourself drifting with the contours of the reef, allowing ample time to observe the smaller details that often get overlooked. Keep your buoyancy in check as you navigate alongside the wall, ensuring you don't disturb the delicate marine ecosystem.
The character of Tower's wall dive transitions as you move along, offering different perspectives and micro-habitats. Deeper sections of the wall can be particularly rewarding for those looking to spot creatures tucked away from the main current. The light plays beautifully on the coral formations, creating a dynamic visual experience that changes with your depth and angle of approach, providing a sense of discovery throughout the dive.
Beyond the immediate excitement of the wall, the site offers a compelling shallow reef exploration towards the end of your dive. This shallower section, located at the back of the bay, is a perfect place to safely extend your bottom time and observe the vibrant community that thrives closer to the surface. It’s an ideal spot for macro photography or simply enjoying the abundant life in the sun-drenched corals.
While the reef and wall themselves are captivating, a significant draw of Tower is the potential for pelagic encounters. During the summer months especially, you are encouraged to periodically cast your gaze into the open blue. This is when larger species, referred to simply as pelagics, are known to cruise by the deeper sections of the wall, adding an element of thrilling anticipation to every dive.
Diving Tower: the marine life you’ll meet
Diving conditions
Tower is accessible from DIVER LEVEL 1, indicating its suitability for divers of all experience levels. While no specific depth range is provided, wall dives typically offer a wide range of depths, allowing divers to manage their profile according to their certification. The best time to experience Tower, particularly for the chance to spot larger pelagics, is during the summer.
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Frequently asked questions about Tower
When should you dive Tower for the best chance of seeing pelagics?
Summer is the preferred season for experiencing Tower if you want the chance to spot larger pelagics. They are known to cruise through the open blue near the deeper sections of the wall. You can also enjoy the site’s coral wall, ledges, crevices, and shallow reef at other times.
What experience level do you need for Tower?
Tower is accessible from DIVER LEVEL 1, making it suitable for divers across the experience range. The site combines a wall dive with a shallow reef area, allowing you to explore according to your certification and comfort. You should maintain good buoyancy near the delicate soft and hard corals.
How deep is Tower?
Tower has no stated depth range. Its wall drops away into the blue, while the site also includes a shallow reef toward the back of the bay. This varied profile lets you manage your dive according to your certification, with deeper wall sections and shallower areas for extending your exploration.
What can you see while diving Tower?
At Tower, you can explore a fossilised coral pinnacle, a richly textured wall, vibrant soft and hard corals, ledges, crevices, and reef inhabitants. The shallow reef offers sunlit corals and opportunities for macro photography. In summer, you may also spot larger pelagics cruising through the open blue.
