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Gamul Soraya

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# Gamul Soraya Dive Site

Dive Conditions

⬇️
Depth
40m
🎯
Level
Advanced
💨
Current
🌀 Strong

Gamul Soraya is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Safaga, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This Indian Ocean site offers exceptional underwater exploration for intermediate to advanced divers.

The dive features dramatic reef structures with vibrant coral formations and deep drop-offs reaching depths of 40 meters or more. Divers encounter diverse marine life including reef sharks, groupers, snappers, and colorful tropical fish species. The site showcases pristine hard and soft corals that create stunning visual landscapes throughout the descent.

Gamul Soraya’s difficulty level suits experienced divers due to strong currents and significant depth. The site is typically accessed by boat from Safaga port, located along the Red Sea’s famous diving corridor. Visibility generally ranges from good to excellent, particularly during calm seasons.

The marine ecosystem here represents the rich biodiversity characteristic of the Red Sea, making it an ideal destination for photographers and marine enthusiasts. Proper training, certification, and respect for local regulations are essential for safe exploration of this spectacular underwater environment.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

mottled scallop — seen at this dive site
mottled scallop Gloripallium maculosum lovelyclemmy
Scissortail Sergeant — seen at this dive site
Scissortail Sergeant Abudefduf sexfasciatus francoislibert
White-spotted Puffer — seen at this dive site
White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus motalec
Tiger Cardinalfish — seen at this dive site
Tiger Cardinalfish Cheilodipterus macrodon lovelyclemmy
Giant Moray — seen at this dive site
Giant Moray Gymnothorax javanicus luispb
White-spotted Puffer — seen at this dive site
White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus michalmanas

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
GPS 26.7956°, 33.9920°