Diving in the Red Sea The Red Sea, one of the saltiest seas in the world, is located between Africa and Asia and covers around 438,000 km2 (169,100 mi2). Hundreds of hard and soft corals surround this area and are best seen from September to November when visibility is high. The best way to explore the underwater world of the Red Sea is by liveaboard. Diving in the Red Sea you will find unique fish species that you won’t find anywhere else, such as Great seahorse, Starspotted smooth-hound, Deepwater scorpionfish, Glowbelly, and Bigeye houndshark, among many others. Thresher shark and manta ray encounters are also famous in the Red Sea. © iStock/GivagaJordanJordan offers many excellent dive sites to choose from, all relatively close together.Learn more © iStock/GivagaSaudi ArabiaWith over 2000km of coastline, the longest on the Red Sea, divers will find great diversity in Saudi Arabia between this country’s northern and southern areas.Learn more © iStock/GivagaIsraelIsrael offers plenty of great opportunities to go diving in the Red Sea and in the Mediterranean Sea.Learn more © iStock/GivagaEgyptThe Arab Republic of Egypt is a country that sits in the Northeast corner of Africa on the Mediterranean Sea to its north and the Red Sea to its east.Learn more Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves.