Abu Dabbab

Abu Dabbab's Underwater World

Life Below
the Surface

From seagrass meadows grazed by the rare dugong to vibrant coral gardens alive with turtles, rays, and reef fish — Abu Dabbab is one of the Red Sea's most special marine habitats.

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Dugong grazing seagrass at Abu Dabbab

Meet the Locals

From Seagrass to Vibrant Reefs

Abu Dabbab is a thriving ecosystem. Home to turtles, rays, and the reefs are full of life — it's one of the Red Sea's most unique marine habitats.

Pufferfish resting on the sandy seabed
School of reef fish over coral
Silvery baitball shimmering above the reef
Butterflyfish among colorful corals
Cloud of anthias above a Red Sea reef
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea
Turtle swimming in the sea

Turtles of Abu Dabbab

Gentle Giants of the Bay

Abu Dabbab's protected waters are home to nesting and resident turtles. Each one has a name, a story, and a territory in the bay.

Sea turtle named Ali at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Altea at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Amina at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Anna at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Aussie at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Burrito at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Cleo at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Emma at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Ghila at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Halo at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Hammer at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Heba at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Ibrahim at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Jam at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Kiki at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Ladislav at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Mango at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Margherita at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Marti at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Maxim at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Monica at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Mostafa at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Paolo at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Platon at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Ruud at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Saad at Abu Dabbab Bay
Sea turtle named Urte at Abu Dabbab Bay

Protect What You Love

Join Our Eco Awareness Efforts

Abu Dabbab is located within a nationally protected marine area — home to seagrass beds, turtles, dugongs, and rare coral life. We are committed to preserving this biodiversity for future generations. Whether you're a diver, researcher, or nature lover, reach out for custom programs, turtle tracking sessions, or educational opportunities.

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Courses & Awareness

Dive Deeper into Knowledge

Join specialty programs and educational dives hosted by Blue Ocean Dive Centers in partnership with PADI AWARE and Red Sea Project. Learn how every dive can leave the reef better than you found it.

  • Marine biology & species ID briefings
  • Reef-safe diving & buoyancy clinics
  • Citizen-science turtle tracking sessions
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Dive briefing with marine life chart at Abu Dabbab
Divers monitoring coral health near a sea turtle

Conservation

Corals, Turtles, and More

Support or participate in conservation efforts — from coral monitoring to sea cow protection. Learn how tourism and science can work together to keep Abu Dabbab thriving for the next generation.

  • Coral nursery & reef-restoration days
  • Dugong sighting & behavior logs
  • Beach cleanups & plastic-free initiatives
Get Involved

Visit Abu Dabbab

Book Weekend Stay!

Book now from flexible day passes, or send us your inquiry and special requests. Spend the weekend with the dugong, the turtles, and the reef.

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