

Best for intermediate divers, 25-32m, boat entry, mild current.
Habili Gouda is a submerged pinnacle located near Abu Dabbab, Egypt. This site is suited for intermediate divers, with depths typically ranging from 25 to 32 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be prepared for mild currents that can strengthen unexpectedly, alongside surface surges. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres. Divers may encounter stargazer, flathead, and smooth ray near the bottom, while wrasse and leatherjacket inhabit the mid-water column. Pipefish and fiddler ray are also found within the sand and rubble zones. Due to the depth and potential for current swings, careful monitoring of bottom time and positioning relative to the reef is essential.
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Position your entry and exit carefully on the boat side that offers the most shelter, as surge can make ladder work tricky after a deep dive. Plan your bottom time conservatively given the 25 to 32 metre depth range and the unpredictability of current swings at this pinnacle.
Dived from offshore boats or via RIB from Shaab Marsa Alam.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-32m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers can observe stargazer, flathead, and smooth ray near the bottom, with wrasse and leatherjacket in the mid-water column. Pipefish and fiddler ray are also present in the sand and rubble zones.
No, Habili Gouda is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 25 to 32 metres and the potential for unpredictable currents and surface surges.
The site depth ranges from 25 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. Boat access is required to reach the pinnacle.
Conditions include mild currents that can strengthen quickly and surface surges. Visibility ranges from 5 to 25 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 29C throughout the year.
Diving at Habili Gouda in Marsa Alam & the Deep South requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Habili Gouda in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Habili Gouda in Marsa Alam & the Deep South. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Habili Gouda in Marsa Alam & the Deep South are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.