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Gamul Kebir, also known as Gamul Kabir or Gamul Al Kabeir, is a renowned dive site situated approximately 30 minutes by boat from Safaga, Egypt, in the Red Sea. This site is celebrated for its vibrant marine biodiversity and crystal-clear waters, offering exceptional visibility that makes it a paradise for divers of all levels .
Dive Site Overview
Depth: The reef rises from a depth of about 15 meters (approximately 50 feet), encircling a lagoon that opens to the west .
Structure: The main reef…
Gamul Kebir, also known as Gamul Kabir or Gamul Al Kabeir, is a renowned dive site situated approximately 30 minutes by boat from Safaga, Egypt, in the Red Sea. This site is celebrated for its vibrant marine biodiversity and crystal-clear waters, offering exceptional visibility that makes it a paradise for divers of all levels .
Dive Site Overview
Depth: The reef rises from a depth of about 15 meters (approximately 50 feet), encircling a lagoon that opens to the west .
Structure: The main reef forms a circular formation, with three pinnacles extending to the north. These structures are adorned with soft corals and seagrass beds, providing habitats for a diverse range of marine life .
Marine Life: Divers can expect to encounter large schools of barracuda, big-eyed emperor fish, snappers, eagle rays, white-tip reef sharks, and occasionally dugongs. The seagrass areas are home to unique species like sea moths and bluespotted stingrays .
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