El Gehaza
Protected Area
محمية نبق
Why dive here
El Gehaza is a dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Gehaza is a comfortable shore dive right in Dahab, perfect for getting comfortable in the water. We're talking 22m max depth, so it's a calm spot for beginners or a relaxed second dive. You'll find plenty of smaller reef fish here, going about their day amongst the coral patches. It’s an easy entry and exit, making it a great option if you're looking to simply enjoy a quiet dive.
Typical El Gehaza Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Gehaza
El Gehaza Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Gehaza, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (28.73, 34.63) (13km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 25.2–27.2°C
Current Speed
4.24 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.073 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
39.08 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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