Dunraven Wreck - Sharm el-Sheikh

The Dunraven is a solid dive, particularly if you’re into older wrecks. Lying broken in two sections, it’s a steamship from 1873, and we typically drop down to the stern section first, which is upside down. You can poke around the prop and rudder, then head into the midship section. Keep an eye out for schooling yellow snapper and the odd large grouper lurking in the shadows. The bow section is more upright and has some nice coral growth, with glassfish often schooling inside. It's a relaxed dive, good for most experience levels, especially if you want to combine a bit of history with some reef life.

Location
Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
27.720000, 34.200000
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: محمية رأس محمد

Best Time to Dive in Sharm el-Sheikh

The warmest water temperatures in Sharm el-Sheikh occur in August, averaging 29.9°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 22.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 23.6°C
  • February: 22.8°C
  • March: 22.5°C
  • April: 23.3°C
  • May: 25.6°C
  • June: 26.9°C
  • July: 28.4°C
  • August: 29.9°C
  • September: 28.6°C
  • October: 27.8°C
  • November: 27.1°C
  • December: 25.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Sharm el-Sheikh

Nearest Dive Centres to Dunraven Wreck

Marine Life in Sharm el-Sheikh

Home to 13 recorded species including 6 whales & dolphins, 5 reef fish, 1 sharks & rays, 1 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Dunraven Wreck

Based on average water temperature of 26.0°C, currents 10 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 26°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