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ANTONIO 111

The Antonio 111 isn't about deep dives or dramatic drop-offs; it’s about history you can touch, right on the surface. We love this site because it’s a tangible piece of Sudan’s past, a cargo ship that ran aground, its bow now a sun-baked monument breaching the Red Sea. You can snorkel around the exposed hull, watching needlefish dart through the reflections, or even clamber onto the deck itself. It’s a strange, beautiful feeling to stand on a wreck that’s still very much a part of the living ocean, with schools of fusiliers swirling around the submerged sections just below your feet. For photographers, it’s a dream – the interplay of light and shadow on the rusty superstructure is phenomenal, especially at sunrise or sunset. Our favourite shot is looking from the bow towards the shore, capturing the vastness of the Red Sea and the starkness of the desert beyond. Below the waterline, the wreck’s keel is home to a surprising array of creatures, small groupers, and moray eels peeking from the nooks. It’s not a challenging dive, making it perfect for those wanting a unique perspective on a wreck without the deep dive commitment. We’d suggest going early to avoid any wind chop, making the climb onto the deck much easier.