1m
    Dahlak Archipelago, Eritrea

    GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY)

    Best months: Jan–Mar

    Why dive here

    With 74+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, spinner dolphins and pufferfish - GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY) 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 1m

    Forget deep dives, this one’s for the history buffs and the photographers among us. The Guiseppina, or what we believe to be her, sits in barely a metre of water, a sun-baked ghost of a motor vessel. We love how the Red Sea’s relentless sun and salt have peeled back her layers, revealing rust-red frames and skeletal decking. It’s less about swimming through rooms and more about wading, peering into the exposed engine block, and spotting the small damselfish that dart between her ribs. This isn't a site for big pelagics, but for macro enthusiasts and those who appreciate the quiet drama of a wreck slowly returning to the sea. Bring your snorkel and a wide-angle lens, because the way the light filters through the shallow water, illuminating the wreck, is genuinely striking. It’s a shallow, contemplative dive, a chance to really soak in the history.

    Typical GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile

    Safety Stop0m1m 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 GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY)

    GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for GUISEPPINA (POSSIBLY), 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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