Blue Hole, Dahab
البلو هول
A deep blue sinkhole on the reef north of Dahab, over 100 meters deep, and a world-famous destination for freediving and snorkeling.
The Blue Hole lies on a coastal reef about 8 km north of town. It is an almost circular undersea shaft roughly 100 meters deep. Just outside the opening, the reef is shallow, and snorkelers can see corals and fish. Freediving enthusiasts train here to go deeper, and a memorial stone on the shore honors divers who lost their lives. The 'Arch' at about 55 meters is extremely dangerous, and recreational divers should never attempt it. A row of Bedouin restaurants along the shore rents out equipment and provides a place to rest. It is about 15 minutes by taxi from town.
Opening hours
All day (daytime recommended)
Nearby sights
- The Canyon
- Ras Abu Galum Protectorate
- Eel Garden
- Lighthouse Reef
- Masbat Promenade
- Blue Lagoon, Dahab
- The Islands
- Dahab Lagoon (Laguna)