Explore Eilat

Eilat, a vibrant gem in the northeast corner of the Gulf of Aqaba, offers an unparalleled diving experience that captivates both novice and seasoned divers. With over a dozen dive sites stretching along 14 kilometers of pristine coastline, Eilat provides accessible entry points right from the shore. Divers can explore depths that cater to various skill levels, making it a versatile dive destination. The weather in Eilat is consistently warm and sunny, with water temperatures ranging from 22°C to 29°C/71.6°F to 78.8°F, ensuring year-round diving opportunities.

The underwater landscape in Eilat is a mesmerizing blend of colorful coral gardens, intriguing shipwrecks, and diverse marine life. Among the highlights are three fascinating wrecks that invite exploration, offering a thrilling experience for wreck enthusiasts. Moreover, the chance to encounter playful dolphins adds a magical touch to the diving adventure. Whether you prefer shore, boat, or even liveaboard diving, Eilat promises a remarkable combination of vibrant marine biodiversity and unique underwater environments, establishing itself as a standout destination for divers seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Courses and Events

Advanced Open Water Diver

If you cannot decide which specialty programs are the best choice for you, join the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! You will try Deep Diving and Navigation plus a variety of 3 more specialty areas of choice before committing to full specialty training. It is a great way to experience what advanced diver training is all about and how valuable it can be to your diving adventures. During the Advanced Open Water Diver Program, you will experience 5 different specialties by completing one open water training dive per specialty after a comprehensive briefing with your SSI Instructor. By taking this program you will have total freedom to explore. You can complete the full Specialty trainings any time in the future and credit your Advanced Open Water Diver training towards them.

13 February +78 More
EUR 340.77
ILS 1,250.00

Open Water Diver

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

15 February +19 More
EUR 327.14
ILS 1,200.00

Perfect Buoyancy

The SSI Perfect Buoyancy specialty is the best way to improve your buoyancy and get the most from every dive. Buoyancy is an essential dive skill, but any diver will tell you it takes time to perfect. The Perfect Buoyancy specialty will teach you advanced buoyancy skills and techniques, so you can master your buoyancy more quickly and enjoy more relaxed dive adventures. In this fascinating program, you will also learn new skills that protect the environment and work in every diving situation. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. With better buoyancy skills, you will soon be able to hover with ease and take the underwater photographs you dream of!

16 February +39 More
EUR 231.73
ILS 850.00

Open Water Diver

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

22 February +17 More
EUR 477.08
ILS 1,750.00

Divemaster

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

23 February +8 More
EUR 954.16
ILS 3,500.00

Open Water Instructor (Instructor Training Course ITC)

The Instructor Evaluation (IE) is the final step of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach Divemasters or equivalent-level professionals will have to successfully complete the Instructor Training Course (ITC) first where you’ll learn how to: • Conduct academic sessions • Lead confined water training • Teach Open Water Diver and various Specialty programs like Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress&Rescue, Perfect Buoyancy and more • Develop student management and communication skills Already an experienced instructor with another agency? You may be eligible for shortened oboarding options where you will only have to complete certain parts of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) followed by passing an Instructor Evaluation (IE). Contact an SSI Training Center near you to learn more. Already certified as an Assistant Instructor with another agency? You could continue your professional journey with SSI. Get in touch with a local SSI Training Center to explore your options.

02 March +2 More
EUR 2,698.92
ILS 9,900.00

Deep Diving

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will teach you all you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters, through a mixture of academic sessions and open water dives. You will learn to plan and safely complete your deep diving adventures and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most from your deep dives. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore beautiful deep dive sites wherever you choose. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for some advanced training, making it the next logical step to take in your dive education.

06 March +1 More
EUR 340.77
ILS 1,250.00

Dive Activity

Diving in Eilat

Eilat, nestled on the Red Sea, offers some of the top dive sites, blending vibrant marine life and intriguing underwater landscapes. The Satil Wreck is a notable site, providing an opportunity to explore a sunken missile boat teeming with colorful fish. Alongside, the Yatush Wreck offers a smaller yet equally captivating wreck diving experience. Popular shore dives like the Coral Beach Nature Reserve showcase a remarkable array of corals and marine species, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced divers. Night dives here reveal enchanting nocturnal marine behaviors, adding a unique touch to the underwater experience. Eilat's dive scene balances well between accessible shore dives and the option of liveaboard trips, allowing divers to explore more remote sections of the Red Sea.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Eilat

Eilat, located at the northern tip of the Red Sea, is renowned for its vibrant marine life. The coral reefs here are home to a diverse range of common reef fish such as the clownfish, parrotfish, and butterflyfish, providing a colorful spectacle for divers year-round. The coral formations themselves host a myriad of other marine creatures, creating a bustling underwater ecosystem.

Seasonal highlights in Eilat include encounters with larger marine animals. During the cooler months, divers may spot various species of sharks, such as the reef shark, which are drawn closer to the shores. Additionally, sightings of green and hawksbill turtles are quite common, especially during the nesting season. Rays, including the majestic manta ray, can also be observed gliding gracefully over the reefs, particularly in the spring and autumn months. These seasonal visitors add an exciting dimension to the diving experience in Eilat.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame

Moray Eel
584 Sightings
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28
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21
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101
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Bottlenose Dolphin
582 Sightings
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35
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45
M
43
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45
M
29
J
31
J
70
A
88
S
57
O
59
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46
D
34

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Total number of species: 300

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Octopus
249 Sightings
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4
F
12
M
14
A
17
M
32
J
4
J
56
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36
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1
O
16
N
2
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55
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Common Dolphin
123 Sightings
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1
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19
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14
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6
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21
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15
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11
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12
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14
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Green Turtle
52 Sightings
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13
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3
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3
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1
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18
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Total number of species: 12

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Lionfish
801 Sightings
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34
F
7
M
20
A
44
M
38
J
31
J
121
A
146
S
110
O
69
N
89
D
92

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Total number of species: 28

Udo Kefrig

Clownfish
631 Sightings
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19
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18
M
25
A
56
M
25
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16
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96
A
156
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91
O
73
N
41
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15

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Total number of species: 100

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Parrotfish
575 Sightings
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15
F
6
M
16
A
42
M
32
J
12
J
76
A
129
S
112
O
50
N
55
D
30

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Total number of species: 90

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Angelfish
427 Sightings
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3
F
7
M
0
A
56
M
12
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3
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104
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70
O
43
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46
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Total number of species: 130

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Butterfly Fish
385 Sightings
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6
F
18
M
4
A
48
M
13
J
14
J
74
A
79
S
48
O
35
N
38
D
8
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Total number of species: 250

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Grouper/Basslets
227 Sightings
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5
F
6
M
4
A
17
M
0
J
0
J
66
A
54
S
37
O
7
N
29
D
2

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Total number of species: 85

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Surgeonfish
222 Sightings
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12
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5
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A
37
M
10
J
1
J
23
A
42
S
35
O
37
N
20
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0

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Total number of species: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl

Bannerfish
193 Sightings
J
2
F
6
M
4
A
24
M
0
J
1
J
29
A
45
S
36
O
13
N
30
D
3

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Total number of species: 80

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Stingrays
184 Sightings
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12
F
14
M
16
A
0
M
1
J
0
J
16
A
36
S
12
O
21
N
30
D
26

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Total number of species: 130

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Pufferfish
133 Sightings
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6
F
10
M
2
A
2
M
4
J
1
J
12
A
14
S
20
O
22
N
26
D
14

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Total number of species: 25

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Boxfish
95 Sightings
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2
F
3
M
2
A
3
M
14
J
0
J
18
A
17
S
21
O
1
N
14
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 130

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Pipefish
91 Sightings
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0
F
1
M
2
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
17
S
22
O
11
N
38
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 60

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Soldierfish
46 Sightings
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0
F
1
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
15
S
12
O
4
N
14
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0

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Total number of species: 20

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Porcupinefish
43 Sightings
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1
F
3
M
0
A
0
M
13
J
0
J
11
A
0
S
0
O
0
N
15
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species: 30

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Sand Eel
41 Sightings
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1
F
3
M
0
A
11
M
0
J
1
J
0
A
0
S
0
O
15
N
10
D
0

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Total number of species: 50

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Frogfish
41 Sightings
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7
F
2
M
0
A
3
M
0
J
2
J
4
A
13
S
7
O
0
N
0
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3

The best Months to dive in Eilat

Eilat offers exceptional diving conditions throughout the year, making it a popular destination for divers. The water temperature ranges from 21°C–24°C/70°F–75°F in the winter to 26°C–28°C/79°F–82°F in the summer, ensuring comfortable dives in every season. Visibility is typically excellent, often exceeding 20 meters/66 feet, allowing divers to fully appreciate the vibrant marine life and coral reefs.

Diving in Eilat is possible all year round, though conditions can vary slightly. The best months for diving are generally from April to November, when the sea is calmest and visibility is at its peak. Winter months may bring stronger winds and occasional currents, which can affect diving conditions but rarely make them unfavorable. Overall, Eilat provides an inviting underwater experience regardless of the season.

Dive Centers

DIVERS VILLAGE

HOF HAMIGDALOR, 0000000 EILAT, ISR

MARINA DIVERS

P.O.BOX 1390, 88000 EILAT, ISR

SIGALA DIVING SCHOOL

6 HATZAV ST., 88000 EILAT, ISR

PALMA DIVING RESORT

מרכז חנויות חוף אלמוג חנות 8, 88000 EILAT, ISR

AQUA STAR

Corall Beach Aqua Star, 88000 EILAT, ISR

snuba diving center, SNUBA

Souther Beach P.O.Box 2, 88100 Eilat, ISR

NEMO DIVERS

36 Ester Hamlka, 8830192 Eilat, ISR

Dive Sites

SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

Mosh Beach, Eilat - החוף של מוש (★4.4)

A very nice site with a variety of options for all levels. Beginners can do a shallow dive in the sandy area around beautiful pinnacles. More experienced divers can do deeper dives where, at 20 meters (60 feet) beautiful corals can be found.
AQUA STAR, 88000 EILAT

Yealat Wreck, Eilat יעלת (★4.5)

A tourist ship with glass windows at the bottomThe Wreck Located about 500 meters north of the underwater observatory and close to the buoy of the Japanese Gardens.The Wreck is located at a 48-55 meters depth.
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

The Protected Area - השמורה (★4.5)

A nice rich drop off with lots of coral. The main attraction is all the large stony corals, reaching diameters of 2 meters (6 feet) or more. Visibility and conditions are always good. On the way back you can visit Moshe pinnacle and Ah’aron pinnacles which are full of life and very interesting.
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

Princess Beach - חוף הנסיכה (★4.5)

A very nice shallow dive ideal for beginners. You enter and exit from one of two boardwalks or from dedicated, well marked spots on shore. The dive takes you along the shore coral band at 4-6 meters (12-18 feet) deep.
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

University - האוניברסיטה (★4.6)

The beach behind the marine campus of the university is used for experiments and is also a nice dive site for all levels of divers. There is a nice drop off that is not too steep, covered with coral at all within a recreational depth.
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

Tamar Eilat - שונית תמר (★4.5)

Tamar is an artificial reef placed in 2007. It was specifically designed to create a reef and growing bed for marine life. Located at 8 meters (24 feet) deep, it rises up to a depth of 2 meters (6 feet).
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל (★4.3)

A nice, wide canyon starting at 20 meters (60 feet) and dropping to 35 meters (115 feet) with great corals on both sides and a sandy bottom. An easy dive as the canyon is accessible from shore.
SSI Service Center Israel, 63501 Tel Aviv

Dekel Beach, Eilat - חוף הדקל (★4.2)

Dekel Beach is a relatively shallow dive with sandy bottom and many coral pinnacles. Most of the time the visibility is good and you can spot the pinnacles from a distance and swim to them. The depth of the pinnacles range between 3 meters (9 feet) to 12 meters (36 feet).
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Sun boat and amphibian vehicles סנבואט והכלים האמפיביים (★4.5)

This site consists of a set of vehicles and metal structures sunk to create an artificial reef. The amphibious vehicles are close to the Sun Boat wreck and can be visited together or as separate dives. The visibility may not always be good but is still worth the dive.
Scubapro

The Border Line, Eilat - מעבר גבול (★4.6)

One of the less visited sites, but one of the better sites in the area, Border Line is still part of the marine reserve. Entries and exits are through marked spots only. This site offers a nice drop off to recreational depths and deeper.
Mares

Neptune Table - שולחנות נפטון (★4.3)

This is a deep dive to several large stony corals found between 25 to 30 meters (75-100 feet). You can enter and exit the water from two boardwalks or from the shore. The drop is at a 60 degree angle and visibility is very good all year round.
Mares, Janez Kranjc

Veronica - וורוניקה (★4.6)

A very nice shore dive full of corals. You can do a shallow dive near the shore with a max depth of 6 meters (18 feet) or a deep dive further out. There is a large shallow plain before the bottom starts dropping off at a 60 degree angle. There can be light currents in the area so check and plan accordingly.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

המערות, אילת (★4.7)

Just across the road from Snuba diving club, located one of the most popular diving sites in Eilat.The site is a great place for intro dives and also offer an advance option.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

Three Sisters - שלושת האחיות (★4.6)

Three large pinnacles (thus, 3 Sisters) are about 100 meters (300 feet) apart. All three are roughly 20 meters (60 feet) from the shore. The bottom is about 6 meters (18 feet) deep and the pinnacles rise nearly to the surface. You can enter from the north or south. It is advisable to check currents and plan accordingly.
Aqualung

Migdalor Beach חוף המגדלור (★4.6)

This site drops off at a 45 degree angle starting from the shore to more than a 100 meters (300 feet) deep. The area is full of coral and sea creatures and is Ideal for deep and shallow dives. It is also a great place for night diving in the shallow area.