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Egypt · Hurghada offshore

El Mina Wreck

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • Moray eelReliably seen

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - No, wreck depth (to 32 m) is unsuitable for snorkeling

Safety notes

Sharp metal surfaces (gloves recommended), overhead/penetration hazards without training, limited light inside the hull, depth requires advanced certification

Permits & fees

None specifically documented; wreck sits within Hurghada harbour area, not a protected marine park zone

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Hurghada/El Gouna

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

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