Fanadir South

Overview

A Macro Photographer's Dream and a Paradise for All Divers
Fanadir South is one of the most reliable and rewarding dive sites in El Gouna. Protected from the northern winds and waves, it offers calm, clear conditions almost every day of the year. While it might not have the big pelagic action of the offshore reefs, Fanadir is a treasure trove for divers who love to explore, observe, and discover the unusual. It is, without a doubt, the best place in the area to find the masters of camouflage.

The Dive Plan and Experience
The dive plan at Fanadir is beautifully simple and relaxing. After an easy entry, you will descend along a vibrant reef wall that runs parallel to the shore. The wall itself is full of life, but the real magic begins at its base, where it meets a gently sloping sandy plateau at around 12-14 meters. Here, our expert guides will lead you on a "treasure hunt" across the sand, pointing out creatures that most divers would swim right over.

This is the perfect site to hone your observation skills or to get amazing shots if you are taking the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course. As the sun sets, the site transforms, making it the premier location for our PADI Night Diver specialty courses, where you can see octopuses actively hunting.

Why We Recommend This Dive for All Divers
Fanadir's versatility is its greatest strength. It is the perfect, safe environment for those taking their first breaths underwater as part of the PADI Open Water Diver course. At the same time, the sheer abundance of rare macro life makes it a must-visit site for even the most experienced photographers and critter-lovers. It’s a dive that proves you don’t need epic depths to have an epic adventure.

Ready to explore the hidden world of Fanadir? Contact Scuba World Divers to book a day of relaxed diving and discovery.