This is seaweed territory, ‘hashish’ is referring to the non addictive variety of weed. Although it has to be said that local legends are mentioning that Abu Hasheesh once was a contraband drop off for smugglers. The reef is 90 minutes away from Hurghada and a favorite hotspot for big fin reef squid, leopard and coral groupers, mackerels and cornet fishes. Regardless of the sometimes choppy conditions, Abu Hasheesh is kind to all level of divers, as well as for training sessions. Abu Hasheesh cannot be mentioned without a reference to its amazing caves at a depth of 30 meters. They are truly remarkable.