Egypt
Gordon Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Gordon Reef, the southernmost of the Tiran Strait's reefs, presents a diverse underwater tapestry of corals and reef fish. While its central lagoon offers gentler dives, the outer walls beckon advanced divers with deeper exploration and frequent visits from white-tip reef sharks.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23°C | 23°C | 24°C | 25°C | 26°C | 27°C | 28°C | 29°C | 28°C | 27°C | 25°C | 24°C |
Peak Season
April, May, October, January, February, March, June, July, September, November, December
Jan
Good for pelagic sightings, strong currents can bring nutrients
Feb
Good for pelagic sightings, strong currents can bring nutrients
Mar
Good for pelagic sightings, strong currents can bring nutrients
Apr
Excellent visibility, good chance of seeing sharks and large schools of fish
More monthly highlights
May
Peak season for sharks and pelagics, excellent visibility
Jun
Good for pelagic sightings, currents can be strong
Jul
Warm waters, good for reef exploration and potential pelagics
Aug
Very warm water, visibility can be affected by plankton
Sep
Visibility improves, good chance of seeing sharks
Oct
Excellent visibility, prime time for shark sightings
Nov
Comfortable temperatures, good visibility for pelagics
Dec
Good for pelagic sightings, strong currents can bring nutrients
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