TARA E
Protected Area
Complexe du Bas Tahaddart
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses, sea turtles and sperm whales - TARA E offers some of Al Hoceima's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 16-23°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Tara E offers a good poke around a classic Mediterranean wreck. This old motor vessel, sunk in 1977 after a collision, lies upright at a comfortable 15 meters, making it accessible for most divers. We’ve found the stern section, in particular, offers some nice swim-throughs into the cargo holds, where the light plays through gaps in the decaying hull. Look closely and you’ll spot a good variety of nudibranchs clinging to the metalwork, alongside schools of damselfish that dart in and out of the shadows. It’s a solid dive for those looking for a relaxed wreck exploration, without any challenging currents or deep sections.
Typical TARA E 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to TARA E
Dive shops near TARA E
Scubamar
LEON MARINO Diving Center
FAISHASUB
Chems Diving
Burbujas
BUCEO ALGECIRAS
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TARA E
TARA E Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TARA E, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.14, -5.33) (13km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
68°F · Range: 17.3–22°C
Air Temperature
21°C
70°F
Wind Speed
5.48 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.8 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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