El Gilwa
2 hours in the north direction are the Siyoul Islands with different and nice dive sites. El Gilwa is on the westside of the Siyoul Kebir Island and has a lot of nice coral blocks covered in soft corals. Sometimes there can be a strong current here.
You will encounter lots of nudibranchs, glass fish, puffer fish, clown fish, and other reef fish. Also, you may see big rays like feather tail rays and eagle rays.
Dive Activity
Potential Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species: 200
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Total number of species: 300
Octopus
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Total number of species: 25
Eagle Ray
Common Dolphin
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Total number of species: 28
Clownfish
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Total number of species: 90
Angelfish
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Total number of species: 12
Lionfish
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Total number of species: 100
Parrotfish
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Total number of species: 130
Butterfly Fish
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Total number of species: 130