Best for advanced divers, 20-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Two Fathom Bank is an offshore reef in Eritrea suited for advanced divers. The site features an open reef structure ranging from 20 to 35 metres in depth, with an average of 27 metres. Visibility is excellent, typically between 20 and 40 metres. Divers must be prepared for moderate currents that can accelerate quickly, alongside potential surges and swells. Due to these conditions, boat-based drift diving is required, and divers should remain close to the entry point. As this is a remote location with no facilities, self-sufficiency is essential. The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
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Current here can accelerate quickly and without much warning, so plan your entry and exit around a live-boat pickup rather than a fixed ascent point. Confirm all food, water, and equipment with your operator before departure, as there are no facilities confirmed at this remote location.
Access requires military permits and serious expedition logistics. The destination is primarily accessed by liveaboard.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-35m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-32°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to moderate currents, potential surges, and the requirement for drift-diving competence.
The reef ranges from 20 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 27 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located well offshore, requiring a live-boat pickup.
Visibility ranges from 20 to 40 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 26C and 32C throughout the year.
Diving at Two Fathom Bank in Massawa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Two Fathom Bank in Massawa. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 32°C.
The best months to visit Two Fathom Bank in Massawa are January, February, March, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
