The Red Sea in Egypt is a remarkable place filled with clear blue waters, sandy beaches, and diverse marine life.
Known for its excellent diving and snorkeling spots, this coastal area is loved by water enthusiasts and beach lovers.
The warm waters here are home to a vibrant coral reef ecosystem full of colorful fish, making it a perfect spot for a unique underwater adventure.
One fascinating aspect of the Red Sea is its variety of sharks.
Sharks like the oceanic white tip, hammerhead, and reef sharks can be seen in these waters, adding a sense of excitement to diving trips.
Many divers seek these encounters, admiring the beauty and strength of these top predators from a safe distance.
Exploring the Red Sea in Egypt promises both adventure and relaxation, with its beautiful beaches, rich marine environment, and captivating shark encounters offering an unforgettable experience for visitors worldwide.
Understanding our data at Red Sea
In our comprehensive overview of red sea, the data presented in this article is compiled from a variety of public sources, providing a consolidated view of shark encounters by beach.
As you explore the data, it is important to note that while we have organized the information by specific areas, neighboring areas may also have their own detailed posts.
We encourage you to utilize the search function on our website to discover unique posts that may pertain to nearby locations.
Given the unpredictable and often chaotic circumstances surrounding shark attacks, some of the details within our tables have been inferred post-incident.
This is a common practice in the documentation of such events, due to factors like the rapid response required at the scene and the retrospective nature of assembling such data.
Our aim is to offer a resource that not only informs but also enhances awareness and safety practices for all who venture into the marine environment.
As you navigate through the information, we hope it serves as a reminder of the respect and caution that our florida beaches command.
Recorded Attack #1
Area
Red Sea
Location
Sahl Hasheesh
Date
2022-07-01
Year
2022
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Swimming
Name
Elisabeth Sauer
Sex
F
Age
68.0
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Oceaniic Whitetip Shark/Tiger Shark, 2M Shark
Recorded Attack #2
Area
Red Sea
Location
Safaga
Date
1997-08-11
Year
1997
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Fishing
Name
Nagah Attalah Al Sayed
Sex
M
Age
17
Injury
Seriously Injured
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #3
Area
Red Sea
Location
Elphinstone Reef
Date
2008-11-28
Year
2008
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Scuba Diving
Name
Female Diver
Sex
F
Age
N/A
Injury
Lacerations To Fingers
Fatal
N
Time
Morning
Species
Oceanic Whitetip Shark
Recorded Attack #4
Area
Red Sea
Location
Southern Part
Date
1954-04-01
Year
1954
Type
Provoked
Country
Sudan?
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Jean Foucher-Createau
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Speared Small Shark, Shark Bit His Thigh And/Or Buttock Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #5
Area
Red Sea
Location
Suakin Harbor, Suakin Island
Date
1952-04-01
Year
1952
Type
Provoked
Country
Sudan
Activity
Spearfishing
Name
Hans Hass
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Right Forearm Lacerated By Speared Shark Provoked Incident
Fatal
N
Time
P.M.
Species
A Small Slim Brown Shark
Recorded Attack #6
Area
Red Sea
Location
Marsa Alam
Date
2015-03-21
Year
2015
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Swimming
Name
Male
Sex
M
Age
52
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Mako Shark
Recorded Attack #7
Area
Red Sea
Location
Sahl Hasheesh
Date
2022-07-01
Year
2022
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Roxana Donisan
Sex
F
Age
40S
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Oceaniic Whitetip Shark/Tiger Shark
Recorded Attack #8
Area
Red Sea
Location
N/A
Date
N/A
Year
Z
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Sudan
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Female
Sex
F
Age
N/A
Injury
Leg Severely Bitten
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #9
Area
Red Sea
Location
Dream Beach, Hurguda
Date
2023-06-08
Year
2023
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Swimming
Name
Vladmir Popov
Sex
M
Age
24
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
15H00
Species
Tiger Shark, 13'
Recorded Attack #10
Area
Red Sea
Location
Marsa Ghalib
Date
2017-08-05
Year
2017
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Snorkeling
Name
Kirsten Schachinger
Sex
F
Age
20.0
Injury
Bite To Right Leg/Hip
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Oceanic Whitetip Shark, 1.8 To 2 M
Recorded Attack #11
Area
Red Sea
Location
North Beach, Eilat
Date
1974-09-07
Year
1974
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Israel
Activity
Swimming
Name
Beatrice Aharonowich
Sex
F
Age
20.0
Injury
Bitten 12 Times: Multiple Lacerations On Hands, Arms, Shoulder Breast Thigh, Both Legs, Left Forearm Surgically Amputated
Fatal
N
Time
17H00
Species
Shortfin Mako Shark, 2.3 M [7.5']
Recorded Attack #12
Area
Red Sea
Location
Southern End Of The Sinai Peninsula
Date
1973-09-01
Year
1973
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
N/A
Name
Soldier
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Massive Wound On Right Thigh With Femur Exposed
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Tiger Shark
Recorded Attack #13
Area
Red Sea
Location
N/A
Date
1966-03-14
Year
1966
Type
Sea Disaster
Country
Sudan
Activity
The World Liberty And The Tanker Mosli Collided. The Halcyon Breeze Sent A Lifeboat To The Rescue, But It Was Smashed, Throwing 6 Men In The Water.
Name
N/A
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #14
Area
Red Sea
Location
Safaga
Date
1997-08-11
Year
1997
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Fishing
Name
Ayman Abul Hassan
Sex
M
Age
16
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
Thought To Involve An Oceanic Whitetip Shark Or A White Shark
Recorded Attack #15
Area
Red Sea
Location
Daedalus Reef
Date
2007-09-27
Year
2007
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Egypt
Activity
Swimming
Name
Kristina Aleksandrova
Sex
F
Age
18 Or 20
Injury
Severe Lacerations To Lower Left Leg, Ankle And Foot
Fatal
N
Time
07H00
Species
Oceanic Whitetip Sharks Were In The Vicinity
Recorded Attack #16
Area
Red Sea
Location
A Few Miles South Of Port Suez
Date
1970-01-16
Year
1970
Type
Sea Disaster
Country
Egypt
Activity
Air Disaster
Name
Pilot Of Israeli Skyhawk
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
Fatal
Fatal
Y
Time
N/A
Species
N/A
Recorded Attack #17
Area
Red Sea
Location
Sha'Ab Rumi
Date
N/A
Year
Z
Type
Unprovoked
Country
Sudan
Activity
Diving
Name
Erik Bjurstrom
Sex
M
Age
N/A
Injury
No Injury, Bc Ripped
Fatal
N
Time
N/A
Species
Silvertip Shark
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