Gota Hossam
Sheltered horseshoe reef with coral gardens
Local operator required
Boat access and local timing make this a guided outing rather than a self-arranged shore dive.
About Gota Hossam
Gota Hossam is a sheltered horseshoe-shaped reef where two reef arms enclose a calm pool with coral gardens. The site is built for relaxed boat diving rather than big current or depth, with easy reef orientation and a shallow, beginner-friendly profile.
Research Estimate At Gota Hossam
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Where Is Gota Hossam?
Gota Hossam Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 18m
Depth Note
The site is shallow overall, with a reported maximum depth around 18 m and a sheltered interior reef area that stays comfortably shallow.
Best Season
Winter and early spring usually bring the calmest, easiest planning conditions.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered horseshoe reef with clear interior structure, easy navigation, and a relaxed shallow-water feel.
Safety & Access At Gota Hossam
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep a normal boat-awareness mindset during pickup and drop-off, and stay off the coral gardens when the site is busy or the water is moving.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only, typically on a guided day-trip run from the Marsa Alam / Port Ghalib area.
Legal Notes
Standard guided-boat diving rules apply; avoid touching coral and follow the operator's briefing for entry and pickup.
Local Intel For Gota Hossam
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a relaxed reef dive with simple orientation and shallow coral-garden exploration. Good buoyancy still matters because the site is enclosed and easy to overrun.
Freediving
Freediving is possible only in calm conditions and with careful boat awareness; this site is mainly set up as a relaxed boat reef.
Snorkeling
The sheltered interior makes this a reasonable snorkel site in calm weather, especially for low-friction reef viewing.
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Exposure Profile at Gota Hossam
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