Grey Reef Shark — see destinations where it is seen
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
Red Sea · Egypt
Red Sea
Essentials
- Dive difficulty
- Advanced
- Best months
- May – Oct
- Access
- Liveaboard required
- Experience & eligibility
- No required certification documented
Wildlife
Documented presence, never a guaranteed sighting.
Dive sites
Big Brother
- Depth : 5–40m
- Dive type : Wall · Wreck · Drift
- Access : Liveaboard only · Liveaboard required
- Current : Strong
Main wildlife : Grey Reef Shark, Scalloped Hammerhead Shark
The larger of the two Brothers islands, with sheer walls and two historic wrecks. Operator condition, not a park rule: Emperor Divers requires… Read moreShow less
The larger of the two Brothers islands, with sheer walls and two historic wrecks. Operator condition, not a park rule: Emperor Divers requires Advanced Open Water and at least 50 logged dives for its Brothers trips (checked 8 Oct 2026); other operators set their own conditions — check yours.
Little Brother
- Depth : 5–40m
- Dive type : Wall · Drift
- Access : Liveaboard only · Liveaboard required
- Current : Strong
Main wildlife : Grey Reef Shark
A smaller pinnacle known for strong currents and pelagic and shark sightings. Operator condition, not a park rule: Emperor Divers requires Advanced… Read moreShow less
A smaller pinnacle known for strong currents and pelagic and shark sightings. Operator condition, not a park rule: Emperor Divers requires Advanced Open Water and at least 50 logged dives for its Brothers trips (checked 8 Oct 2026); other operators set their own conditions — check yours.
When to go
Choose a month
Documented best months
Conditions in May
Water24–27°C
VisibilityNot documented
CurrentNot documented
Water temperature: NOAA OISST satellite sea-surface normals (2020–2024, typical range for the month). It can be cooler at depth or below a thermocline — check with your operator for exposure protection.