5-18m
    Hurghada, Egypt

    Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium

    Best months: Nov–Jan

    Why dive here

    With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, seahorses, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium offers some of Hurghada's richest reef diving. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeNov–Jan
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Seahorses, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 42+ species recorded
    Water21-29°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-18m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Gota Abu Ramada, often called the Aquarium, is a consistent spot just outside Hurghada. It's an easy dive, often used for check dives or when conditions get a bit choppy elsewhere. The main attraction is a sandy, sloping bottom punctuated by a few coral heads, perfect for spotting some of the smaller, shyer residents. We’ve had good luck here with cowfish poking out from under ledges and sleek unicornfish cruising past in small schools. It won't blow your mind with dramatic topography, but for a relaxed dive with reliable visibility and a chance to see some interesting reef fish, it’s a solid pick.

    Typical Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium 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.

    Today05:4217:2111h 39m daylightGolden hour 16:50

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium

    Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Gota Abu Ramada - Aquarium, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.25, 33.89) (1km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27°C

    80°F · Range: 25.2–28°C

    Current Speed

    29.43 cm/s

    Direction: S (170.2°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.069 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    38.69 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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