5m
    El Gouna, Egypt
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    ELLIOT

    Best months: Jul–Nov

    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 - ELLIOT offers some of El Gouna's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 21-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Nov
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Octopuses, Seahorses and Spinner Dolphins · 57+ species recorded
    Water21-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 5m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Elliot isn't your deep, challenging wreck dive. It’s a wonderfully shallow, accessible site perfect for longer bottom times and really soaking in the details. At just 5 meters, the former cargo ship, built in 1963, lies in a way that’s incredibly inviting. You can spend ages exploring the superstructure, the holds, and watching the resident marine life. We love Elliot for its chill vibe. The sheer size, at 93 meters long, means there's always a new nook to peer into, even with the shallow depth. Look for lionfish tucked into shadowy corners and clouds of glassfish shimmering in the holds. We often spot crocodile fish camouflaged on the sandy bottom nearby, too. Our favourite part has to be swimming through the deck openings, especially when the sun filters down, making patterns on the encrusting corals. It's a fantastic site for newer divers looking to get comfortable around a big wreck, or for anyone who just wants a relaxed, extended dive with plenty to see without the pressure of depth.

    Typical ELLIOT Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ELLIOT

    ELLIOT Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for ELLIOT, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.8, 33.58) (11km away)

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    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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