

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Gota El Dir is a reef and pinnacle site located within Ras Mohammed National Park. The site features a shallow section suitable for training and introductory dives, with depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres and an average depth of 14 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 40 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 28C throughout the year. The site is also suitable for night diving, with a typical dive duration of 45 minutes. Be aware of sharp coral when navigating the reef structure.
27.43490, 33.73803
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Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, particularly due to the shallow depth at the start of the reef which is ideal for training and introductory dives.
The depth at Gota El Dir ranges from 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Gota El Dir is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling.
The best months to dive or snorkel at Gota El Dir are April and October.
Diving at Gota El Dir in Gota El Dir requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gota El Dir in Gota El Dir. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Gota El Dir in Gota El Dir typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Gota El Dir in Gota El Dir typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.