SHILLONG
Why dive here
With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses, seahorses and spinner dolphins - SHILLONG offers some of El Gouna's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 21-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Shillong sits upright on the seabed, a big steamship sunk back in '57 after tangling with the Purfina Congo. At 159 metres long, there's a lot to take in, and a full tour will eat up a good portion of your bottom time, even at 32 metres. We've found the stern section, with its enormous propeller, is often a good spot to find lionfish tucked away, and the cargo holds can host glassfish schools. It’s definitely a dive for those who appreciate a substantial wreck with a bit of history, rather than a quick coral fix. Due to its size and depth, we’d suggest it for divers comfortable with longer deco stops and solid buoyancy control.
Typical SHILLONG 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 (32m) - 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SHILLONG
SHILLONG Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SHILLONG, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.8, 33.58) (11km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 25–27°C
Current Speed
19.42 cm/s
Direction: SE (145.5°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.069 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.94 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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