GATA PETROL
Protected Area
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Why dive here
GATA PETROL is a wreck dive in Tyre, Lebanon.
We’ve always had a soft spot for the Gata Petrol. It’s not the biggest wreck you’ll ever dive, but there’s a quiet dignity to this old tanker, sunk back in '76. Lying upright at a comfortable 20 metres, she’s become a proper artificial reef, completely covered in growth. You can glide over her deck, peer into open hatches, or ghost along her superstructure. We love watching the resident schools of snapper dart in and out of the shadows, and the occasional green turtle often cruises by, seemingly unbothered by divers. This is a site for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation by the sea. Give her about 45 minutes of bottom time to really take it all in.
Typical GATA PETROL Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water 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.
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Sanctum Diving Unlimited
Marinor Divers
XDC - Xtreme Dive Center
Abyss - Lebanese Divers College
XIPHIAS DIVING CENTER
Bubbles Club for Divers
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