Blind Reef
Protected Area
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Why dive here
With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses, seahorses and spinner dolphins - Blind Reef offers some of El Gouna's richest reef diving. Water ranges 21-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Blind Reef is a decent drift dive, often done from a RIB. The reef itself is a long, sloping wall that starts around 10 meters and drops to its maximum at 21 meters, making it good for intermediate divers comfortable with currents. You'll often spot triggerfish, some smaller schooling fish, and we've seen a few moray eels tucked into the crevices. It’s a solid option if you’re looking for a relaxed dive in El Gouna without too much fuss.
Typical Blind Reef 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 21m - 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 Blind Reef
Blind Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Blind Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.8, 33.58) (11km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 25–27°C
Current Speed
19.42 cm/s
Direction: SE (145.5°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.069 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.94 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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