Anatoli wreck
Why dive here
Anatoli wreck is a wreck dive in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Water ranges 26-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Anatoli wreck, just off Jeddah, isn't always the first name on everyone's lips, but we think it deserves a closer look. She's an old freighter, sunk decades ago, and what we love about her is how completely she's become part of the reef. Instead of a stark, mechanical structure, you're swimming through a ship that's been softened and draped in soft corals, like an old sofa covered in velvet. Penetration is possible in places, though we always recommend proper training and equipment for overhead environments. The cargo holds are particularly atmospheric, with shafts of light cutting through, illuminating schools of glassfish that shimmer like scattered glitter. Keep an eye out for resident groupers lurking in the shadows and scorpionfish camouflaged on the encrusted metal. The stern section, in particular, is a favourite of ours for finding nudibranchs tucked away amongst the growth. It’s a dive that rewards slow, careful exploration, rather than a race to see everything. Ideal for divers who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaimed by the sea.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Anatoli wreck Wreck History
Year Sunk
1976
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
collision
The Anatoli wreck, a popular dive site off the coast of Jeddah, is the final resting place of a motor vessel that sank following a dramatic collision in 1976. On a busy day of shipping, the Anatoli met with the LASH Atlantico, and the resulting impact sent it to the bottom of the Red Sea. The wreck now lies on a sandy bottom, a permanent monument to the inherent dangers of maritime navigation.
Lying at a manageable depth of around 20 meters, the Anatoli is within reach of most certified divers. The vessel is broken and twisted from the collision, creating a visually impressive and somewhat chaotic underwater scene. While its accessible depth is inviting, divers should be aware that it is considered a 'dangerous' wreck. The compromised hull presents numerous hazards with sharp, rusted metal and potentially unstable sections, making penetration extremely risky. The wreck is best enjoyed from the outside, where divers can appreciate how it has been colonized by coral and become a bustling habitat for local fish species.
Nearest Dive Centres to Anatoli wreck
Dive shops near Anatoli wreck
Star Seas Diving Center
Red Sea Divers
Dream Diver
Blue Reef Divers
Future Experts Sports Company
Hope of Spring Dive
Reviews for Anatoli wreck
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Anatoli wreck
Anatoli wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Anatoli wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (21.69, 39.01) (4km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
31°C
87°F · Range: 28.7–32.1°C
Current Speed
2.24 cm/s
Direction: NE (63.4°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.079 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
37.06 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
Plan & book
Ways to dive Jeddah, from day trips to liveaboards.
Day trips & courses
via GetYourGuideGuided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.
Find dive trips in JeddahPlaces to stay
via Booking.comHotels and dive resorts near Jeddah.
Search stays in JeddahDive insurance
Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.
Dive insurance explainedPartner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money
Where to Stay near Anatoli wreck
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.