Ras Burg

Diving at Ras Burg was an incredible experience! This wall drift dive is named after the impressive rock formation that marks the entry point, and it sets the stage for an unforgettable underwater adventure.

One of the standout features of this dive is the large cavern located to the left of the Burg, which felt like stepping into a hidden realm filled with marine wonders. The pinnacles here are adorned with shimmering Glassfish, creating a stunning visual display.

Throughout the dive, we spotted a diverse array of marine life, including Trevally, snappers, surgeonfishes, and barracudas. I was also thrilled to encounter turtles and rays gracefully gliding by, along with a variety of colorful reef fish.

In summary, Ras Burg offers a fantastic diving experience with its vibrant marine life and captivating underwater landscapes. I highly recommend it to any diver seeking an extraordinary adventure!... Show More

Visited May. 2024

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Located about 500 meters south of Ras Za’atar, Ras Burg is a dive site that is newly introduced in this guide. While it may not be as breathtaking as Ras Za’atar, it offers a similar wall configuration and the advantage of being less crowded and practically untouched.

Your dive experience begins at a fossil coral pinnacle that emerges from the water like a tower, thus giving the site its name. Descending along the wall with the wall to your right, you will encounter Bluespine unicornfish and schools of fusiliers cruising at depths of up to 20 meters. As you continue, you will come across a wide chimney with an open summit, reminiscent of the one at Ras Za’atar. Inside the chimney, you will be mesmerized by the abundance of sparkling yellow gorgonians, red sponges, siphon sponges, butterflyfish, and anthias. The upper part of the chimney forms an arch with its roof ascending to 3.5 meters.

After exploring the chimney, you can proceed along the wall, where numerous pinnacles in various shapes protrude. A second chimney, although less impressive than the previous one, awaits you as you gradually ascend to conclude your dive. Keep an eye out for hawksbill turtles, jackfish, and fusiliers, as they are common visitors to this site.

Ras Burg is a perfect dive site for small groups of scuba divers. The first chimney, which is the main highlight, is relatively narrow and it is recommended that no more than 3 to 4 divers visit it at a time to avoid causing damage to the walls. Photographers will particularly enjoy this site, especially around midday when the sun is directly overhead.

What sets Ras Burg apart is its low frequency of visitors, allowing the madrepores and soft corals to remain intact. The wall is beautiful and the chimney offers a rich variety of fauna and colors. Additionally, the site is generally sheltered from wind and waves, providing a comfortable diving experience.... Show More

Visited Sep. 2023

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