Gordon reef
Protected Area
محمية رأس محمد
Why dive here
Gordon reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Gordon Reef often feels like a warm-up act for the Straits of Tiran, but it holds its own, especially with a bit of current to liven things up. We usually drop in near the north end, letting the water carry us past the scattered coral heads and the occasional gorgonian fan. Keep an eye out for the resident cowfish – they’re always a bit of a quirky find – and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a pod of dolphins cruising by in the deeper blue. It’s a solid dive for those who appreciate consistent reef action without anything too demanding.
Typical Gordon reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Aquarius Diving Club - Sharm
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Extra Divers Ras Nasrani
Pyramids Diving Center
Blue Sea Dive Club
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gordon reef
Gordon reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Gordon reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.85, 34.27) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.1–29°C
Current Speed
15.26 cm/s
Direction: SW (211.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.073 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.63 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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