The Ulysses Wreck - Hurghada

The Ulysses Wreck, a cargo vessel from 1871, sits quietly on the reef of Gobul Seghir, a short zodiac ride from Hurghada. It’s a good example of how time turns wreckage into reef. Down at a bit over 30m at its deepest, the 95m hull is now thoroughly encrusted with hard corals, almost blending into the seabed. You can still make out the ship’s structure, but it’s the way the marine life has taken over that makes it interesting. Schools of anthias shimmer above the decks, and we’ve often spotted lionfish tucked into its shadowy corners. It’s a solid dive for those who enjoy older wrecks that have become part of the natural environment, rather than just an artificial structure.

Location
Hurghada, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.245000, 33.890000
Type
wreck

Best Time to Dive in Hurghada

The warmest water temperatures in Hurghada occur in August, averaging 28.9°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 22.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 23.1°C
  • February: 22.3°C
  • March: 22.0°C
  • April: 22.8°C
  • May: 24.9°C
  • June: 26.2°C
  • July: 27.5°C
  • August: 28.9°C
  • September: 28.1°C
  • October: 27.3°C
  • November: 26.6°C
  • December: 24.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Hurghada

Nearest Dive Centres to The Ulysses Wreck

Marine Life in Hurghada

Home to 47 recorded species including 33 reef fish, 7 whales & dolphins, 4 seagrass & algae, 1 sharks & rays, 1 sea cucumbers, 1 hard corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for The Ulysses Wreck

Based on average water temperature of 25.4°C, currents 20 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 25°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories