Diving in Tyre
Why dive here
Tyre offers 90 dive sites in Lebanon.
Diving Tyre is a unique experience. This isn't your typical colourful coral reef destination, so leave that expectation at the surface. Instead, you're descending into history, exploring ancient Phoenician and Roman ruins scattered across the seabed. We love the sheer thrill of finning past amphorae, columns, and what feels like entire submerged cityscapes. Visibility can be a bit variable, but when it’s good, the light plays wonderfully off the sandy bottom, highlighting the weathered stone. We’d suggest going in late spring for clearer water. Look closely for the smaller stuff, too; we've spotted arch-fronted swimming crabs scuttling amongst the rocks and the occasional white grouper darting between ancient foundations. It’s not about bright colours here; it’s about a silent, submerged story, an archaeological adventure that truly stands out.
Tyre Dive Site Map
Dive sites and dive centres in Tyre
Tyre Dive Sites
90 dive sites in Tyre
Achziv Canyon קניון אכזיב
Heading north from the Tyre coast, the Achziv Canyon is a cool little cave dive sitting at a max depth of 11m. It’s an intermediate spot, so if you're comfortable with overhead environments and decent buoyancy, it’s worth a look. Inside, the light plays off the walls, and while we haven't logged specific species here, you’ll usually spot some small reef fish darting in and out of the crevices. It's a nice change of pace from open reef dives, offering a different kind of calm and a bit of exploration without being overly challenging.
Acres Canyon - קניוני עכו
Acres Canyon offers a relaxed dive suitable for beginners, bottoming out at 10m. It’s a series of shallow underwater canyons, more like trenches really, carved into the seabed. You'll find a decent scattering of typical Mediterranean reef fish here – small wrasse, sea bream, and the occasional octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s a good spot for a gentle introduction to diving or for a relaxed skills refresher.
ADRIATIC
The Adriatic, off Tyre, is a relatively fresh wreck, sinking just over a decade ago. We love that it’s still settling in, feeling like a new discovery every time we drop down. The ship, a carrier, lies on its side at 60m, a serious technical dive for sure, but the scale of it is impressive. You can still make out a lot of the ship's structure, the wheelhouse and bridge area are particularly interesting, especially with light penetration. There’s a quietness to this wreck, a sense of recent history. Schools of barracuda often circle the mast, glinting in the shafts of sunlight that pierce the deep blue. We’ve spotted large groupers lurking in the cargo holds and nudibranchs grazing on the hull. It’s a site for those who appreciate the story of a ship, the transformation from working vessel to artificial reef. We'd suggest hitting this one earlier in the day; the visibility tends to be at its best before any afternoon thermoclines set in. Keep an eye out for currents, they can pick up, making the descent a bit more challenging.
Air Cavern
The Air Cavern in Tyre is a straightforward cave dive, dropping to around 15m. It’s an interesting spot for divers looking to explore an overhead environment without extreme depths. We’ve found the rock formations inside quite striking, and it offers a different kind of dive compared to the open reef. It's a good pick for intermediate divers keen on cavern exploration.
Alice B Wreck
The Alice B Wreck off Tyre isn't just another sunken hull; it's a genuine historical experience, and that's why we love it. This isn’t a pristine, intact ship, but rather a scatter of fascinating debris, remnants of a bygone era, lying on a sandy seabed. What we truly appreciate about the Alice B is its story – a merchant vessel that found its end here, now colonised by the sea. You’ll find sturdy metal plates and twisted girders providing shelter for scorpionfish, their camouflage almost perfect against the rust-red. Schools of juvenile snapper often mill around the larger sections, creating a shimmering curtain. Our favourite time to dive here is late morning, when the sun penetrates the relatively shallow depths, illuminating the ghostly shapes. It’s a dive that rewards slow exploration, peering into every crevice for moray eels or the occasional octopus. The Alice B isn't about grand scale, it’s about intimate discovery and a tangible connection to history, making it ideal for those who prefer an archaeological approach to their wreck diving.
AMIRA-M
The AMIRA-M is one of our favourite shallow wrecks in Lebanon, sitting upright at just 11 meters. It’s a proper historical piece, sunk back in 1980 after running aground near Alnakhle Island. You can still make out the outline of the 56-meter motor vessel, with the bow facing seaward and the stern nearer the coast. We love how accessible it is; even newer divers can comfortably spend a full hour exploring her length and penetration is possible in a few spots if you’re properly trained and equipped. What we really enjoy is the way the wreck has become a home. Schools of damselfish shimmer over the decks, and the occasional grumpy grouper eyes you from a shadowy corner. Look closely amongst the twisted metal and you’ll spot nudibranchs grazing on algae. We’d suggest diving this one in the morning for the best light, as the sun streaming through the superstructure is quite a sight. Currents are generally mild, making it a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to spend quality time with a piece of history.
Anchor Canyon - קניון העוגנים
Anchor Canyon is a beginner-friendly dive, topping out at 14m, making it a good choice for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon. It’s exactly what the name suggests, a small canyon peppered with old anchors. You’ll find moray eels tucked into the crevices and small schools of reef fish flitting about. It's a solid, straightforward dive without any major challenges.
ANGEL COAST
Angel Coast is one of those wrecks that really grows on you. It’s a proper ship, grounded hard in a storm back in '83, not some artificial reef sunk on purpose. You get a real sense of its struggle against the weather out there. We love how shallow it is. This isn’t a deep, dark wreck dive, which means more bottom time and plenty of light flooding into the spaces. What’s left of the superstructure breaks the surface, even on a flat day, making for an easy descent. It’s really more of a shipwreck trail than a single monolithic object. You'll spend your dive exploring fragmented sections of hull, twisted metal, and machinery strewn across the seabed. Think huge propeller blades half-buried in the sand and massive winches colonised by colourful sponges. The marine life here is surprisingly good given the depth. Shoals of shimmering silversides often blanket whole sections of the wreck, swirling around the more intact pieces. We’ve spotted large groupers hunkering down in crevices, and plenty of nudibranchs crawling along the rusty plating. It’s an ideal site for photographers wanting to play with ambient light on a wreck, or for newer wreck divers who want to get a feel for a big vessel without the depth challenges. The shallow nature means it’s also fantastic for snorkelers and freedivers, especially when the visibility stretches out beyond 20 metres, which it often does here in the summer months. Go early to avoid any afternoon chop.
ANNA M
The Anna M, a casualty of a 1979 collision, rests upright at 30 metres off Tyre, a compelling target for divers who appreciate a good story with their wreck. She’s not huge, about 41 metres long, but her relatively intact state makes for a fascinating exploration. We love how the stern section is still largely complete, the propeller often visible, giving you a real sense of her former life as a motor vessel. What makes the Anna M really stand out for us, beyond the history, is the way marine life has claimed her. You'll often find schooling fish, like damselfish and juvenile barracuda, using the wheelhouse and cargo holds for shelter. Penetration is possible for experienced wreck divers, offering glimpses into what would have been crew quarters, now home to pipefish and the occasional moray eel. We always suggest bringing a good torch; the light plays beautifully through the wreck’s skeletal structure, especially around midday. This site isn't for the absolute beginner; while the depth isn't extreme, the wreck environment demands good buoyancy control and an appreciation for its delicate nature. It’s a genuine slice of maritime history, beautifully reclaimed by the sea.
A U B wall
The A U B wall dive in Tyre offers a chance to explore a vertical reef face. You’ll find various fish species moving along the wall, occasionally spotting a turtle passing by. This site is a solid pick for divers who appreciate the simplicity of a wall dive and aren't looking for flashy encounters, but rather a relaxed exploration. Visibility is typically decent, making for an enjoyable trip down.
BAALBECK
The *Baalbeck* is, for us, Tyre's signature wreck. Sunk in a gale back in '78, this 100-meter freighter now rests perfectly upright at a shallow 17 meters, making it accessible for most divers. You descend onto the huge main deck, often hazy with schools of silversides swirling over the rusted holds. Our favourite feature is definitely the bow, towering towards the surface, its structure a lattice of metal, now home to clouds of anthias and the occasional curious grouper. What makes *Baalbeck* special isn't just its size, but its story. That mast, once sticking out of the water, took a direct hit during hostilities, a stark reminder of Lebanon's turbulent past. Exploring the cargo holds, you get a real sense of its working life before it became an artificial reef. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs tucked into the crevices; we've spotted some beauties on the stern section. It’s a comfortable dive, often with good visibility, making it a great option for newer wreck divers or those wanting a relaxed exploration. We’d suggest going early in the morning, before any boat traffic stirs up the sediment.
Backyard
Backyard in Tyre is a relaxed shore dive, perfect for beginners or a chilled-out afternoon. We found it’s shallow, topping out around 16m, so it’s great for longer bottom times and practicing skills. You’ll spot a variety of smaller reef fish here, along with the occasional moray eel peeking from the rocks. It’s not a thrill-seeker's spot, but it’s a dependable, easy dive when you’re in the area.
Tyre Dive Centres
22 dive shops and operators in Tyre
Abyss - Lebanese Divers College
Bubbles Club for Divers
Deep Sea Diving
Dive In Arraba
Diving In Lebanon
LEE -YAM
Litzlol Diving Center
Marinor Divers
Tyre Daylight & Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise and sunset times for Tyre, calculated from coordinates
Today - Monday 24 August
Sunrise
05:08
Sunset
18:16
Daylight
13h 9m
Golden Hour
17:43
First light (dawn) at 04:42 · Last light (dusk) at 18:42
Monthly Averages
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 06:44 | 16:53 | 10h 10m |
| Feb | 06:24 | 17:23 | 10h 59m |
| Mar | 05:50 | 17:47 | 11h 56m |
| Apr | 05:09 | 18:09 | 13h 0m |
| May | 04:39 | 18:32 | 13h 53m |
| JunLongest | 04:29 | 18:51 | 14h 22m |
| Jul | 04:40 | 18:50 | 14h 11m |
| AugNow | 05:01 | 18:27 | 13h 25m |
| Sep | 05:23 | 17:47 | 12h 25m |
| Oct | 05:44 | 17:07 | 11h 23m |
| Nov | 06:11 | 16:37 | 10h 27m |
| DecShortest | 06:36 | 16:33 | 9h 57m |
Times are approximate local times based on longitude. Actual times may vary slightly depending on the exact timezone observed in Tyre.
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Marine Protected Areas near Tyre
6 protected areas near Tyre - please respect local regulations when diving
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