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Hawksbill turtle recorded at Gasus Soraya.
Dive Spot Guide•
Gasus Soraya
Easy shore dive over coral blocks between Safaga and El Quseir.
Good for straightforward beach entry and relaxed reef exploration; start shallow, then work the blocks and outer edge when conditions are calm.
About Gasus Soraya
Gasus Soraya is an easy shore-access reef bay between Safaga and El Quseir. The dive starts over shallow seagrass and then follows small coral blocks and reef outcrops with hard and soft coral. Shallows hold sand eels and sweetlips, while the outer edge can bring barracuda, eagle rays, guitarfish, Napoleons, and hawksbill turtles on a calm morning.
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Research Estimate At Gasus Soraya
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Gasus Soraya?
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Gasus Soraya Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
Shallow seagrass start; one guide places the main dive around 15-18 m, while another describes coral and outcrops to about 30 m.
Typical Conditions
Shallow inside sections, coral blocks, and a more exposed outer edge; best on calmer mornings when the reef face is easier to work.
Safety & Access At Gasus Soraya
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Give the coral blocks room on entry and exit, and keep an eye on the outer edge if current starts to move.
Local Intel For Gasus Soraya
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy shore dive with a shallow inside line, then coral blocks and a more exposed outer edge if current builds.
Freediving
Best as a shallow, calm-water freedive around the inside reef blocks rather than the outer edge.
Snorkeling
Good for calm-water snorkel laps over the shallow start and inner blocks; stay inside the bay if the outer edge feels pushy.
Wildlife at Gasus Soraya
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Recent Logged Visits At Gasus Soraya
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Gasus Soraya
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