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Dive site guide · Offshore reefs & wrecks · Wall

Small Gota (St John's) — dive site guide

Also known as Gota Soraya (St John's), St John's Small Gota, Gota Soraya, Shaab Mahrous, Sha'ab Mahrous

Small Gota (St John's) is a reef wall among the St John's reefs near the Sudanese border, reached by liveaboard. Sources document depths to 30 m. Independent guides rate it advanced, where the current varies. Its position is confirmed by independent sources.

Illustrative Red Sea diving photo — not taken at Small Gota (St John's)
Illustrative photo — not taken at this site.
Site type Wall
Max documented depth 30 m
Typical depth about 15 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Variable
Visibility 10–30 m
Access Liveaboard

Documented site depths are not a recommended dive depth. Your dive plan stays within your certification limit and takes account of conditions and experience. Read our safety information.

How deep does it go?

Documented maximum depths vary between sources: 20 m, 30 m.

What marine life can you see?

Occasional or seasonal — never guaranteed: Grey reef, silvertip and hammerhead sharks.

Who can dive it?

Suitable for: Advanced

Safety: Watch for depth and currents.

How do you dive Small Gota (St John's) with us?

  • Liveaboard · 7 nights

    Deep South · St John's

    from €1,290 per person, twin cabin

    Dived on our liveaboard safaris from Hurghada.

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