Underwater scene with a lionfish and a group of scuba divers at the famous Elphinstone at Egypt.

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Elphinstone

Marsa Alam


North of Marsa Alam, Elphinstone has steep reef walls covered with soft corals and is washed by strong currents that make it ideal for spotting sharks – seven species reportedly frequent its waters. This is one of the best dives in the region. Depth: 20m to 40m. Rating: advanced.


  • placement: superzone
  • path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
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      "destination": "Marsa-Alam",
      "continent": "Africa",
      "country": "Egypt",
      "city": "Marsa-Alam",
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