El Gilwa
Protected Area
شعاب البحر الأحمر
Why dive here
With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses, seahorses and spinner dolphins - El Gilwa offers some of El Gouna's richest diving. Water ranges 21-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Gilwa is a beginner-friendly site near El Gouna, topping out at 18m. We often find it a pleasant, easy dive, good for shaking off the rust or practicing skills. You’ll typically see plenty of the usual reef fish: parrotfish, damselfish, and a few wrasse. It's a relaxed spot, ideal for new divers or those looking for a calm afternoon.
Typical El Gilwa Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Gilwa
El Gilwa Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Gilwa, 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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