What dangerous marine life might you encounter while snorkeling in Sharm el-Sheikh?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
TL;DR
Surgeonfish, moray eels, stingrays, and barracudas are common. Surgeonfish only attack if you invade their reef territory — in open water they simply swim away.
What the community said
A rich, diverse reef with lots of fish, safe even for children, is near Barcelo beach, toward the Alcazar hotel. Just wading 2-3 meters into the water from shore reveals plenty of fish. Surgeonfish there can be large, up to 40cm, but staying about a meter away from them keeps them calm.
2 days ago Barcelo beach (reef near Alcazar)
Surgeonfish only defend their specific reef territory. If you approach the reef, they may bite, perceiving it as a threat. In open water away from the reef, they will simply swim off quickly and pose no danger.
2 days ago Surgeonfish: dangerous only near the reef
Early in the morning, surgeonfish can occasionally be spotted in open water further from shore — not near the beach itself. At this time they are not aggressive since there is no reef to defend.
2 days ago Best time: early morning
Moray eels inhabit the house reef, stingrays are spotted in shallow water, and large barracudas have been seen passing through. The variety of marine life varies depending on the season.
2 days ago Moray eels, stingrays, barracuda — house reef