BASHAYER
Why dive here
With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses, seahorses and spinner dolphins - BASHAYER offers some of El Gouna's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Bashayer, oh Bashayer. This isn't one of those grand, famous Red Sea wrecks, but it's got character, and we love it for that. She's an old yacht, sitting upright at 33 metres, her mast still reaching up towards the surface. Drop down and you’ll find the bridge largely intact, and you can swim through the saloon. It’s got that slightly spooky, 'ghost ship' feel without being too dark inside. What makes Bashayer special for us is the way the soft corals have absolutely exploded all over her railings and superstructure. They’re a riot of colour – purples, oranges, and yellows – waving gently with the current. Schools of glassfish often shimmer around the deck, creating a silver curtain you can swim right through. We’ve seen quite a few lionfish lurking in the shadows, and occasionally, a curious barracuda will cruise by for a look. It’s a comfortable dive, usually with mild currents, making it a good pick for divers looking to explore a proper wreck without the intensity of some of the deeper sites. Go a little later in the afternoon, and the light filtering through the water onto the wreck creates some truly dramatic visuals.
Typical BASHAYER Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (33m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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.
BASHAYER Wreck History
Vessel Type
yacht
Cause
unknown
Resting in the clear, warm waters of the Red Sea near El Gouna, the Bashayer is a modern yacht that now serves as an intriguing dive site. The story behind its sinking is not widely known, adding a layer of mystery to the dive. Unlike the ancient cargo ships and warships that populate the seabed, the Bashayer offers a glimpse into a more recent, luxurious past. Its sleek lines and modern design stand in stark contrast to the surrounding natural reef, creating a unique underwater landscape.
At a depth of 33 metres, the wreck is an ideal destination for advanced divers. Classified as a non-dangerous wreck, it provides a relatively safe and straightforward exploration. Divers can glide over its decks, peer into its cabins, and admire the rapid colonization by Red Sea marine life. The structure has become an artificial reef, attracting schools of colourful fish, moray eels, and a variety of hard and soft corals that have begun to soften its metallic edges. The Bashayer is a perfect example of how quickly the sea can transform a man-made object into a thriving marine habitat.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BASHAYER
BASHAYER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BASHAYER, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
28.25°C
83°F
Current Speed
19.42 cm/s
Direction: SE (145.5°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.066 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.73 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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