

Gota Mesharifa is a shallow reef site located in the Port Sudan area. Divers access the site directly from the shore, making it a practical entry point. Conditions at this location are variable, with both visibility and currents shifting unpredictably; checking local conditions before entry is essential. The site features significant depths and potential overhead environments, requiring careful buoyancy management. Water temperatures range from 25C to 32C throughout the year. As a reef environment, the site supports a variety of typical Red Sea reef fish and invertebrates. Divers must be self-sufficient, as there are no confirmed facilities on site.
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September to November is breeding season for manta rays, making it the best time to see them.
The site is visited via liveaboard boat tours starting from Port Sudan or Mohammed Qol.
Recorded at this site
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
25-32°C
Best Time
Sep, Oct, Nov
The site supports a variety of typical Red Sea reef fish and invertebrates consistent with the regional habitat.
The site is a shallow reef accessible from the shore, which can serve as a practical entry point for beginner divers.
Access is via the shore; no boat is required to reach the reef.
Visibility and currents are variable and can shift unpredictably. Divers should also be prepared for significant depths and potential overhead environments.
There are no confirmed facilities on site, so divers must arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment and water.
The best months to visit Gota Mesharifa in Mohammed Qol are September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Gota Mesharifa in Mohammed Qol should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.