Gota Sataya
Why dive here
Gota Sataya is a pinnacle dive where divers can encounter dolphins, humpback whales, oceanic whitetip sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 23-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
Gota Sataya is a decent pinnacle dive in Marsa Alam, topping out around 22 metres. It’s a comfortable dive for newer divers, with little current to worry about. You'll often find a good mix of reef fish here, like parrotfish and surgeonfish, moving around the coral structure. It’s a solid choice if you're looking for a relaxed, easy dive.
Typical Gota Sataya 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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Barakuda Lahami Bay
Red Sea Diving Safari
ORCA DIVE CLUB WADI LAHMY AZUR
Orca Hamata
Red Sea Aggressor V
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gota Sataya
Gota Sataya Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Gota Sataya, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.21, 35.56) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
83°F · Range: 27.3–30°C
Current Speed
3.61 cm/s
Direction: SE (146.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.07 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.47 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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