4m
    Dahlak Archipelago, Eritrea

    GRAVILLE

    Best months: Jan–Mar

    Why dive here

    With 74+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, spinner dolphins and pufferfish - GRAVILLE offers some of Dahlak Archipelago's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-33°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJan–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins and Pufferfish · 74+ species recorded
    Water27-33°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 4m

    Graville sits in some seriously shallow water, barely 4m deep, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's not worth the fin kick. This isn't some pristine, intact wreck ready for a swim-through tour. Graville is a proper wreck, broken and scattered, the kind that tells a story of the sea reclaiming its own. We love that it’s a site that feels genuinely undiscovered, far from the polished perfection of more popular Red Sea wrecks. What you get here is pure atmospheric immersion. The steamship’s bones are spread across the seabed, twisted metal frames acting as anchors for some surprisingly robust coral growth. You’ll find schools of fusiliers darting through the wreckage, and we’ve spotted plenty of morays tucked into the darker crevices. Visibility here can sometimes be a bit hazy, especially if there’s been some recent chop, but that just adds to the haunting beauty of the place. It's a fantastic spot for photographers looking for something a bit different, or anyone who appreciates a wreck with genuine character rather than just a checklist of species. Come in the morning for the best light, it really highlights the patina on the old iron.

    Typical GRAVILLE Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m4m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    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 GRAVILLE

    GRAVILLE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for GRAVILLE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (15.67, 40.12) (15km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    33°C

    91°F · Range: 31–34.1°C

    Air Temperature

    32°C

    90°F

    Wind Speed

    5.8 m/s

    11.3 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1009 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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