15m
    Beginner
    Safaga, Egypt

    Gamul Kebir

    Best months: May–Jul

    Why dive here

    Gamul Kebir is a dive where divers can encounter humpback whales, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeMay–Jul
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeHumpback Whales, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks
    Water22-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    Charactermax 15m

    Gamul Kebir is a straightforward dive in Safaga, ideal for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed time. It’s a shallow spot, topping out at 15 meters, with a sandy bottom and scattered coral heads. You’ll find some smaller reef fish here, and it’s generally sheltered from strong currents. We often use it for skill refreshers or photographers wanting to practice in calm conditions.

    Typical Gamul Kebir Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 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

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gamul Kebir

    Gamul Kebir Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Gamul Kebir, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.49, 34.08) (12km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    28°C

    82°F · Range: 26.4–29°C

    Current Speed

    28.79 cm/s

    Direction: S (159.7°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.07 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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