El Gehaza
Divers will be thrilled by the abundant marine life found here. Lionfish, glassfish, shrimps, scorpionfish, seahorses, Red Sea Walkman, tailless sea needles, snails, fireworms, and flatfish are just some of the fascinating creatures you can spot throughout the dive. The highlight of the site is the special block, which forms its own small ecosystem. Here, up to 50 lionfish gracefully swim amidst a mesmerizing cloud of glassfish. This spectacle is a photographer's dream come true.
El Gehaza Dive Site is often overlooked, making it a true insider tip. It is exclusively visited by a select few dive centers, allowing for a more intimate and immersive experience. Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can enjoy exploring this site. The absence or mildness of current allows for effortless navigation underwater.
With visibility reaching up to 20m and a maximum depth of 21m, divers will be treated to a clear and mesmerizing underwater panorama. For those planning their visit, the Mercure Dahab Bay View resort, located in Dahab City, Medina, is conveniently nearby.
Experience the wonders of El Gehaza Dive Site, perfect for divers seeking a unique and captivating underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for El Gehaza
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Gehaza
Depth
21m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Gehaza
Wave Height
0.9m
Wind Speed
19.6 m/s
Water Temp
25.7°C
Visibility
25.96km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.8s
Air Temperature
29.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Gehaza
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.753333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 22.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.34/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Gehaza are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.66m (3.45s), Wind: 22.7 m/s
Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 15.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El Gehaza Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Gehaza
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for El Gehaza
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Gehaza
Ideal Conditions for El Gehaza
Water Temp
27.8°C / 82.0°F
April
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
December
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Gehaza
El Gehaza shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (34.1°C) and January the coldest (12.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026