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    Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle dive site
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    Tabarka, Tunisia

    Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Why dive here

    With 156+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, great white sharks, mobula rays (devil rays), octopuses and sea turtles - Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle offers some of Tabarka's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Great White Sharks, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Octopuses and Sea Turtles · 156+ species recorded
    Water16-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The HMHS Dover Castle isn't just a hunk of metal on the seabed, it’s a tangible piece of history, and for us, that’s what makes it a standout dive in Tabarka. This old hospital ship, torpedoed in 1917, now rests upright and largely intact, providing a truly atmospheric dive. As you descend, the sheer size of her emerges from the blue, a ghostly silhouette. We love exploring the open holds, where light filters in, illuminating schools of sardines darting through the structure. It’s not a vibrant coral garden, but the way the Mediterranean has claimed the wreck, covering it in sponges and hydroids, creating shelter for conger eels and scorpionfish, is fascinating. Keep an eye out for loggerhead turtles; they're regular visitors. This dive suits wreck enthusiasts and those who appreciate the quiet solemnity of a historical site.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle

    Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Wreck of HMHS Dover Castle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.3, 9.6) (20km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    24°C

    76°F · Range: 23–25.7°C

    Air Temperature

    23°C

    73°F

    Wind Speed

    8.01 m/s

    15.6 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1017.9 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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