S COLUMB
Why dive here
S COLUMB is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and sea turtles. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
S Columb, a tug vessel that ran ashore on the Marga Messai breakwater, is now a scattering of wreckage rather than a whole ship. It’s pretty broken up, making it more of an archaeological treasure hunt than a penetration dive. At a shallow 13 metres, it’s a good spot for a relaxed potter around, even if you’re newer to wreck diving. We often find schooling juvenile barracuda here, and the resident groupers have made themselves quite at home amongst the twisted metal. It’s a good choice when you want a straightforward dive that still offers interesting structure to explore.
Typical S COLUMB Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for S COLUMB
S COLUMB Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for S COLUMB, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.08, 14.25) (15km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
76°F · Range: 22.1–26.6°C
Current Speed
13.6 cm/s
Direction: SE (126°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.114 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
37.92 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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