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Gota Iris

El Gouna, Egypt • Not in marine park

★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Gota Iris: Egyptian coral block with diverse marine life

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a detached coral block from the larger Shaab Iris reef in Egypt's Abu Nuhas region. It's known for its abundance of smaller fish and soft corals, making it an ideal spot for divers of all levels to explore. The relatively shallow average depth adds to its accessibility and calm nature.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Local Secret

Plan Your Visit

coral reefsoft coralmacro photographybeginner friendlyegyptel gouna

Marine Life

octopuspuffer fishporcupine fishmoray eelsanthiasglass fishsoft corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Average depth is shallow and generally calm conditions.

Current Strength:

Mild

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