This dive starts at on a plateau that sits only 3m below the surface. Home to small clusters of hard and soft coral, this ridge is also a popular feeding ground for hawksbill turtles. If you are lucky, you may spot them using their narrow, bird-like beaks to graze.

The dive then takes you down 18m to a sandy ridge featuring remarkable coral gardens. There is a spectacular bloom of the Caryophylliidae anemone which appears to radiate light as its finger-like tentacles sway gently in the current. These types of anemones are quite rare in the Red Sea, so spotting one of these breathtaking creatures is a highlight on this dive.

Red Sea anemonefish can be seen darting in and out of this unusual home. These orange-and-black-banded creatures have a symbiotic relationship with their host, as the anemone provides protection and shelter and the clownfish provide the anemone with nutrients and scares off potential predators.

There are also some striking hard coral forests in this area, including a large patch of leaf coral. This feeding ground attracts a cornucopia of wildlife and is a great place to admire both the beautiful colours of the coral, and the huge range of tropical fish that come here to eat.

Colourful parrotfish are another common reef resident. As they scrape plants and algae from the surface of the reef, they often ingest corals and other small animals as well. But this is largely by mistake as they are primarily herbivorous creatures. Through their feeding habits, parrotfish are responsible for much of the sand around a reef.

At just under an hour, this dive is excellent for divers of all abilities. If you have someone in your group who wants to snorkel while others go deeper then this is a fantastic option. With visibility of more than 30m and a mild current, the rich array of coral and bountiful wildlife in this area is easy to spot and a joy to spend time diving amongst.