SHIBA
Protected Area
Sanganeb Atoll
Why dive here
With 55+ marine species recorded in the area - including pufferfish - SHIBA offers some of Port Sudan & Sanganeb's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Shiba, a motor vessel that went down in 1990, rests at a maximum depth of 40 metres. She's a good-sized wreck at 75.6 metres long. We found her in surprisingly good condition for her age, with plenty of her original structure still recognisable. Coral growth is really taking hold in places, particularly around the bow and stern, attracting schools of snappers and fusiliers that swirl around the superstructure. It’s a dive that rewards careful exploration, making it a good pick for divers who appreciate a substantial wreck with a developing ecosystem.
Typical SHIBA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (40m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SHIBA
SHIBA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SHIBA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.94, 37.4) (17km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
31°C
88°F · Range: 29.9–32.3°C
Current Speed
7.07 cm/s
Direction: S (171.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.088 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
37.37 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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