

Best for intermediate divers, 4-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Ras Goma is a reef and drift dive located in the Strait of Tiran, accessible only by boat. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 4 to 30 metres, averaging 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen significantly, requiring intermediate skill levels and careful planning with the boat crew. Divers should use a surface marker buoy to assist with tracking during drift dives. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23C and 28C throughout the year. It is recommended to plan dives according to the current direction and consider early morning arrivals for calmer conditions.
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Plan your dive around the current direction rather than fighting it — speak to your boat crew before entry as conditions at Ras Goma can shift. Arriving early in the morning tends to give you calmer, clearer conditions before the wind picks up.
The site is reached by a boat trip of about 85 minutes from Na'ama Bay port.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 4 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, Ras Goma is rated for intermediate divers due to the drift diving nature of the site and the potential for currents to strengthen beyond mild conditions.
Access to Ras Goma is by boat only.
Visibility is generally between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures ranging from 23C to 28C. Currents are usually mild but can strengthen.
A surface marker buoy is strongly recommended so the boat crew can track your position if the current carries you further than expected.
Diving at Ras Goma in Sharm El Sheikh requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.