THISTLEGORM
Protected Area
شعاب البحر الأحمر
Why dive here
THISTLEGORM is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Thistlegorm isn't just a dive, it's a history lesson played out at 30 metres. This British armed merchant ship, sunk in 1941, lies largely intact, a time capsule of WWII cargo. You’ll weave through open holds packed with Bedford trucks, motorcycles, and even Wellington boots, all frozen in time. Outside, lionfish patrol the superstructure, and a resident school of batfish often hangs around the stern. We typically plan this as a drift dive, often with a couple of dives to really take it all in, as the current can pick up and there’s a lot to see.
Typical THISTLEGORM 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 (31m) - 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to THISTLEGORM
Dive shops near THISTLEGORM
Black Pearl - Red Sea
BLUEFORCE 2
Story Divers
Sunshine Divers Mary & Klaus
New Waves
Ocean College, Ras Um Sid
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for THISTLEGORM
THISTLEGORM Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for THISTLEGORM, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.85, 34.27) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.1–29°C
Current Speed
15.26 cm/s
Direction: SW (211.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.073 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.63 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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