SINAIA - Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

The SINAIA wreck, a large motor vessel that ran aground in 1976, sits at a shallow 9 metres, making it incredibly accessible for most divers. We love poking around her massive structure. The wreck itself, at over 160 metres long, is largely intact, providing plenty of interesting contours and nooks for exploration. You’ll find schools of fusiliers darting in and out of the rusted metal, and often a few lionfish lurking in the shadows. It’s a site that suits anyone looking for a relaxed dive with a bit of history, particularly good for photographers wanting to capture an atmospheric shot.

Location
Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham, Vietnam, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
16.850000, 107.283330
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
9m

Marine Protected Area: Cồn Cỏ

Best Time to Dive in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

The warmest water temperatures in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham occur in August, averaging 30.7°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 24.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 24.1°C
  • February: 24.3°C
  • March: 25.7°C
  • April: 27.0°C
  • May: 28.8°C
  • June: 30.3°C
  • July: 30.2°C
  • August: 30.7°C
  • September: 30.3°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 27.3°C
  • December: 25.4°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Nearest Dive Centres to SINAIA

Marine Life in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Home to 41 recorded species including 28 reef fish, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 sharks & rays, 2 other, 1 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for SINAIA

Based on average water temperature of 27.8°C, currents 8 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories