Sudan
The Saddle
About this Dive Site
Description
The Saddle, nestled between Sha'ab Rumi's plateaus, offers an exhilarating drift dive along a narrow ridge. Powerful currents here act as a magnet for abundant marine life, from shimmering schools of trevally and barracuda to inquisitive reef sharks.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 30°C | 31°C | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C | 32°C | 31°C | 30°C | 29°C |
Peak Season
April, January, February, March, May, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, potential for hammerhead sharks.
Feb
Hammerhead shark sightings can increase.
Mar
Manta ray season begins, excellent visibility.
Apr
Peak manta ray season, vibrant coral life.
More monthly highlights
May
Manta rays still present, visibility starts to decrease slightly.
Jun
Warmer water, good chance of seeing reef sharks.
Jul
Rainy season, visibility can be reduced, but still good for macro life.
Aug
Continued rainy season, potential for plankton blooms.
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility improving.
Oct
Visibility improves significantly, good chance of seeing pelagics.
Nov
Manta rays start to return, excellent visibility.
Dec
Manta ray season continues, good for shark sightings.
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