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Gamul Soraya

Gamul Soraya in the Red Sea, Egypt, is a must-visit dive site, conveniently located only 30 minutes from the coast by boat. This captivating underwater paradise offers stunning sights with its main reef stretching to a depth of 14m, and the south side descending even further to 20m. While currents are minimal, the site can get windy at times, making it less accessible during strong winds.

Discover the vibrant marine life that thrives in these waters, as Gamul Soraya showcases the Red Sea at its finest. Prepare to be mesmerized by an array of colorful fish species, including impressive camouflage artists like scorpionfish, stonefish, octopus, and crocodile fish. If you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive barracudas that also call this place home.

Gamul Soraya boasts both beauty and intriguing features. Comprising a compact main reef and several small blocks, this dive site offers an immersive experience. The northern and western parts of the reef boast awe-inspiring hard corals and a diverse range of fish species, while the southern region features a remarkable coral block. Prepare to encounter mesmerizing schools of snappers, napoleons, scorpionfish, and rays, among other fascinating creatures.

With a maximum depth of 17m and excellent visibility of up to 23m, Gamul Soraya is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Located in Safaga, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, this exceptional diving destination guarantees unforgettable underwater adventures.

Diving Conditions Score for Gamul Soraya

8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Gamul Soraya

Depth

17m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Gamul Soraya

Wave Height

0.7m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

26.6°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

3.75s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gamul Soraya
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Dive Score Chart for Gamul Soraya

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.423333333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.923333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Gamul Soraya: 06:00
Sunset at Gamul Soraya: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Gamul Soraya 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
6:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.7m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Gamul Soraya
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gamul Soraya

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 Gamul Soraya

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Gamul Soraya

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Gamul Soraya

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.7°C / 72.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Gamul Soraya

Gamul Soraya shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.7°C) and December the coldest (18.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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