Highlights
- Dive the legendary Blue Hole and the Bells archway
- Small groups, one certified guide per buddy pair
- All equipment, weights and tanks included
- Bedouin lunch by the water between dives
About this experience
The Blue Hole is the dive every visitor to Dahab comes for — a 100m+ submarine sinkhole rimmed with coral, 15 minutes north of town. This guided trip takes certified divers on two relaxed dives: a drift along the reef wall into the Blue Hole, and the famous 'Bells' entry through a coral chimney. You stay well within recreational limits with a local guide who knows every metre of the site. Between dives you rest at the Bedouin cafés on the rocks with tea and lunch.
What's included
- Certified dive guide
- Full scuba equipment + tanks
- Transfers from Dahab town
- Bedouin café lunch
Not included
- Dive insurance
- Tips
- Underwater photos (add-on)
Good to know
| Duration | Half day · 4–5 hrs |
|---|---|
| Level | Certified divers (Open Water+) |
| Group size | Up to 6 people |
| Meeting point | Your hotel in Dahab, or the dive centre on Mashraba — free pickup included. |
| Run by | Ask Dahab partner dive centres |
| What to bring | Swimwear · Towel · Certification card · Sun protection |
| Location | Open in Google Maps |
How booking works: Pick your date and group size and hit Request to book — there is no payment online. We check availability with the local operator and confirm within a few hours, then you pay them directly on the day. Prices shown are indicative and confirmed before you commit.
FAQ
Do I need a diving certification?
Yes — this trip is for certified divers (PADI/SSI Open Water or above). If you're not certified, book the Discover Scuba try-dive or the Open Water course instead.
Is the Blue Hole dangerous?
The recreational dives we run are safe and stay within normal depth limits. The Blue Hole's reputation comes from technical divers attempting the deep 'arch' — that is a separate, expert-only dive we do not offer to recreational guests.
Plan around this experience
Useful Dahab guides to build the rest of your trip:
- The Blue Hole — diving & safety guide
- Compare Dahab dive centres & prices
- Every Dahab dive site, compared
- Where to eat in Dahab
- Where to stay in Dahab
- All Dahab experiences