SALWA 2
Why dive here
With 139+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, octopuses, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - SALWA 2 offers some of Eilat's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 18-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Salwa 2 is a solid dive in Eilat, not the flashiest wreck in the Red Sea, but definitely worth your time. This 63-meter motor vessel sits upright at a shallow 11 meters, making it a great dive for extending bottom time and soaking in the details. We love heading into the cargo hold, which is surprisingly open and lets in plenty of ambient light. Look for schools of glassfish shimmering inside and the occasional lionfish lurking under ledges on the superstructure. Outside, the deck is a patchwork of soft corals and anemones, attracting everything from clownfish to curious parrotfish. It’s a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to spend a good hour exploring a wreck without deep deco obligations.
Typical SALWA 2 Dive Profile
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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SALWA 2
SALWA 2 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SALWA 2, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (29.59, 32.72) (82km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 23.9–27.7°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
6.78 m/s
13.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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