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El Gehaza

El Gehaza Dive Site is a hidden gem just a 10-minute drive away. Located in Egypt, this dive site offers easy access through a beautiful beach. As you descend, you'll encounter a sandy slope leading to a shallow drop off at 18m. The site is characterized by scattered small and larger blocks amidst the sand, with a remarkable large block at 14m deep.

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

6.5
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
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

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for El Gehaza

Wave Height

0.96m

Wind Speed

27.5 m/s

Water Temp

25.8°C

Visibility

26.3km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.85s

Air Temperature

39.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Gehaza
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Dive Score Chart for El Gehaza

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.153333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 26.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.766666666666667/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at El Gehaza : 06:00
Sunset at El Gehaza : 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
7:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m (3.85s), Wind: 26.4 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 20.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for El Gehaza
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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

Avg. Score: 9.7/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for El Gehaza

December
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
March
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for El Gehaza

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.8°C / 82.0°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

19.6m / 64.3ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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 February with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 1, 2026

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