The Abu Nuhas Wrecks
Protected Area
شعاب البحر الأحمر
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, seahorses, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - The Abu Nuhas Wrecks offers some of Hurghada's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 21-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Abu Nuhas, just north of Hurghada, is where you go for a proper wreck fix. We're talking four distinct ships, each with its own story and vibe. The Giannis D, with its stern half-submerged in the coral and its bow completely broken, is a great place to see how quickly a wreck becomes part of the reef system. Then there's the Carnatic, the ‘wine wreck’, sitting upright and remarkably intact, offering some fascinating penetration possibilities through her holds. You’ll find glassfish swarming in the darker recesses and lionfish often patrolling the decks. It’s a good spot for divers comfortable with moderate depths and a bit of current, keen to explore maritime history that’s now thoroughly alive.
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 The Abu Nuhas Wrecks
The Abu Nuhas Wrecks Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Abu Nuhas Wrecks, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.25, 33.89) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
80°F · Range: 25.2–28°C
Current Speed
29.43 cm/s
Direction: S (170.2°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.069 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.69 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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