Gota Abu Makadi

Overview

A Garden of Underwater Towers
Gota Abu Makadi is a truly delightful dive site, often described as an underwater sculpture garden. The name "Gota," meaning "piece" in Arabic, perfectly describes this collection of beautiful "pieces" of reef. Several stunning coral pinnacles rise from a flat, sandy seabed, creating a visually spectacular landscape that's a joy to explore. Its calm conditions and abundance of life make it a standout site in Makadi Bay for a relaxed and beautiful dive.

The Dive Plan and Experience
The dive at Gota Abu Makadi is a fun and flexible exploration. The plan usually involves starting at the main, largest pinnacle and then navigating between the smaller surrounding towers. Each "Gota" is a complete micro-ecosystem, buzzing with activity. You can spend your dive spiraling around them, discovering something new at every turn. Look for anemones with resident clownfish, moray eels peering from crevices, and schools of bannerfish.

The sandy bottom between the pinnacles is a great place to spot blue-spotted stingrays and well-camouflaged flatfish. The site's clear layout provides a fun opportunity to practice navigation, a key skill in the course, in a low-stress environment. Perfecting your hovering skills with the specialty will allow you to get even closer to the action without disturbing the delicate environment.

Why We Recommend This Dive for All Divers
This is a classic example of a beautiful Red Sea coral garden dive. It’s visually stunning and offers huge rewards for divers of all levels, including those recently certified as . The site is a paradise for photographers, offering fantastic light and countless subjects. It is the perfect choice for a relaxed second dive of the day, proving that a dive doesn't need to be deep to be unforgettable.

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