NEW FLAME (DEBRIS FROM) - Al Hoceima

The *New Flame* wreck offers a different kind of dive in Al Hoceima. Forget the usual Mediterranean charm; this is a modern hulk, scattered across the seabed at 20 metres. We love how the sheer scale of the debris field tells a story. You'll find twisted plating, huge sections of hull, and mangled machinery spread out. It feels like swimming through a giant’s junkyard. The ship itself, a massive double-hulled bulk carrier, met its end in a collision off Gibraltar, and what we see here are the pieces that made it to Morocco. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, the light plays dramatically through the broken sections. Look for schooling damselfish darting amongst the metal, and we’ve often spotted conger eels tucked deep into crevices. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the industrial beauty of a wreck and the resilience of marine life reclaiming it. Our favourite part is navigating the larger, recognisable fragments, imagining the ship in its prime. This isn't a coral garden, but it’s a compelling dive.

Location
Al Hoceima, Morocco, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
36.104168, -5.337333
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
20m

Marine Protected Area: Littoral de Jbel Moussa

Best Time to Dive in Al Hoceima

The warmest water temperatures in Al Hoceima occur in January, averaging 16.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 16.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 16.4°C (air: 13.6°C)
  • February: 16.4°C (air: 14.8°C)
  • March: 16.4°C (air: 15.7°C)
  • April: 16.4°C (air: 17.3°C)
  • May: 16.4°C (air: 19.9°C)
  • June: 16.4°C (air: 22.5°C)
  • July: 16.4°C (air: 25.8°C)
  • August: 16.4°C (air: 26.3°C)
  • September: 16.4°C (air: 23.9°C)
  • October: 16.4°C (air: 20.9°C)
  • November: 16.4°C (air: 17.6°C)
  • December: 16.4°C (air: 15.2°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Al Hoceima

Nearest Dive Centres to NEW FLAME (DEBRIS FROM)

Marine Life in Al Hoceima

Home to 143 recorded species including 96 reef fish, 11 octopus & squid, 10 sharks & rays, 9 whales & dolphins, 3 crabs & lobsters, 2 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for NEW FLAME (DEBRIS FROM)

Based on average water temperature of 16.4°C.

  • Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 16°C water
  • Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories