Magawish/Colona

Magawish is a lagoon system located on Egypt's Red Sea coast, featuring shallow warm waters protected by extensive reef formations. The coastline faces east toward the lagoon, with visible reef ridges creating distinct bathymetric features. The spot consists of a sheltered lagoon environment with multiple shallow basins separated by deeper channels. The turquoise coloring indicates shallow sandy areas mixed with reef patches. A developed resort occupies the southern portion, generating boat traffic and user congestion. Average wind of 11.2 knots with moderate reliability (41.1%) makes this a marginal spot that requires patient swell selection. Best conditions arrive with northerly winds providing side-shore flow. The shallow, choppy water (0.57m average) suits intermediate riders seeking protected conditions and warm water (26.3°C). Hazards include variable depth requiring careful navigation, reef contacts in shallow sections, and boat traffic from tourist operations. The spot works best during calmer periods when reef hazards are more visible and wind is consistent.