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Gotha Eschta

Intermediate 📍 Marsa Alam, Egypt
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# Gotha Eschta Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
30m
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Level
Intermediate

Gotha Eschta is a premier diving destination located in Qesm Marsa Alam within Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate. This Indian Ocean reef site offers exceptional underwater experiences for divers of varying skill levels.

The dive features dramatic coral formations and vibrant reef structures that create an visually stunning underwater landscape. Divers encounter diverse marine life including colorful reef fish, rays, and occasionally pelagic species such as sharks and tuna that patrol the deeper waters.

Depths at Gotha Eschta range from shallow coral gardens suitable for beginners to deeper sections reaching 30+ meters for experienced divers. The site’s varied topography accommodates different experience levels, from recreational to advanced diving.

Water conditions are typically excellent with good visibility, making it ideal for underwater photography and marine observation. The reef’s healthy ecosystem supports abundant coral growth and fish populations, reflecting the Red Sea’s renowned biodiversity.

Gotha Eschta remains a favorite among divers exploring the Marsa Alam region’s spectacular coral reef system.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Purpurcapsula rubramaculosa — seen at this dive site
Purpurcapsula rubramaculosa Purpurcapsula rubramaculosa pam-piombino
Pickhandle Barracuda — seen at this dive site
Pickhandle Barracuda Sphyraena jello gbohne
Red-spotted Lizard — seen at this dive site
Red-spotted Lizard Mesalina rubropunctata gebrilnader
Red Sea Redbreasted Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Red Sea Redbreasted Wrasse Cheilinus quinquecinctus izzymbusy
Blackspotted Rubberlip — seen at this dive site
Blackspotted Rubberlip Plectorhinchus gaterinus francescocecere
Titan Triggerfish — seen at this dive site
Titan Triggerfish Balistoides viridescens francescocecere

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 30 m
Difficulty Intermediate
GPS 24.6696°, 35.1318°