How deep is Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani?

Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani has a depth range of 5–30 metres (16–98 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

Can beginners dive Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani?

Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Open Water certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani?

The best time to dive Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani is typically Year-round. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani?

Divers at Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani in Egypt commonly report sightings of Glassfish, Anthias, Table coral (Acropora), Hawksbill turtle, and Lionfish. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

IntermediateBoat entry

Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani

South Sinai, Egypt

Open Water suggestedMild currents; depth at edge of the slope5–30 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

Boat dive — see Entry & access.

Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani at a glance

Ras el-Ghazlani, Ras Ghozlani is a intermediate boat dive site in South Sinai, Egypt with depths of 5–30 m (16–98 ft). Typically most favorable Nov · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Glassfish, Anthias, and Table coral (Acropora). Recent reports put the water around 29°C (84°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 4h ago

0.4 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 29°C · seasonal avg 29°C

Site hazards: Mild currents; depth at edge of the slope

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri

Sun9:00–20:00

Mon7:00–20:00

Tue7:00–20:00

Wed7:00–20:00

Thu7:00–20:00

Fri7:00–20:00

Sat7:00–20:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:37 · Sunrise 6:02 · Sunset 19:36

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 3.1 km from site · graded 4h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

What Divers Say

Known for: Glassfish, Anthias, Table coral (Acropora)

Best time: Year-round

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan94%24°C0.5 m
Feb84%23°C0.7 m
Mar90%23°C0.5 m
Apr77%24°C0.6 m
May69%25°C0.7 m
Jun74%27°C0.6 m
Jul90%29°C0.4 m
Aug77%30°C0.5 m
Sep76%28°C0.6 m
Oct91%27°C0.6 m
Nov97%27°C0.5 m
Dec94%25°C0.5 m

November hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life recorded at this site, by month

Recorded observations — evidence of past sightings, not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

GlassfishCommonly seen
AnthiasCommonly seen
Table coral (Acropora)Commonly seen
Hawksbill turtleOccasionally seen
LionfishCommonly seen
GrouperOccasionally seen
ButterflyfishCommonly seen
Moray eelOccasionally seen

Pterois miles recorded here Mar, Oct, Dec (3 records)
most recent 2009
Pterois volitans recorded here Jul, Oct, Dec (3 records)
most recent 2010
Amphiprion bicinctus recorded here Nov–Dec (2 records)
most recent 2014
Balistoides viridescens recorded here Jul, Dec (2 records)
most recent 2015
Cheilinus undulatus recorded here Jul, Dec (2 records)
most recent 2004
Gymnothorax flavimarginatus recorded here Oct, Dec (2 records)
most recent 2009
Pomacanthus imperator recorded here Aug, Dec (2 records)
most recent 2012
Sphyraena viridensis recorded here Jul–Aug (2 records)
most recent 2013

Counts are occurrence records near this site from public biodiversity datasets (GBIF), grouped by calendar month across all sampled years. Sightings vary — past records are context, not a prediction.

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Camel Dive Club & Hotel14.7 km
+20693600700 cameldive.com info@cameldive.com
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Maison De La Mer14.7 km
Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 hours from OpenStreetMap — call ahead
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Oonas Dive Center15.8 km
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Extra Divers Ras Nasrani24.7 km
extradivers-worldwide.com
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PADI Diving center24.9 km
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Site details

Considered one of the most beautiful and pristine sites in Ras Mohammed, having been closed to diving for many years to protect a nearby turtle nesting beach. The reef presents an extraordinary array of table corals, glassfish-covered pinnacles and a rich coral landscape over a gentle slope.

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Mild currents; depth at edge of the slope

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