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Maxwell

Also known as Maxwell Reef; Maxwell Seamount

A submerged offshore pinnacle about 500 m from the coast north-east of Ras Amira, rising to 12 m and dropping past 45 m. The most…

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A submerged offshore pinnacle about 500 m from the coast north-east of Ras Amira, rising to 12 m and dropping past 45 m. The most demanding dive in the Taba area, run for experienced divers only. Depth 12–45 m; day boat; Can be strong and unpredictable current; visibility 30-40 m.

Highlights

  • A submerged offshore pinnacle about 500 m from the coast north-east of Ras Amira, rising to 12 m and dropping past 45 m. The most demanding dive in the Taba area, run for experienced divers only.

Marine life

  • dense baitfish
  • Spanish dancers
  • stonefish
  • turtles
  • stingrays
  • table corals

Good to know

Best season
Year-round; water 21-23 C Jan-Mar, 27-28 C Aug-Sep. Winter northerly winds can close exposed northern sites.
Fees
Included in the boat-trip price

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