

Best for beginner divers, 5-32m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
AUB Wall in Beirut is a marine site featuring a combination of wall, canyon, and reef topography. Located 300 metres from the shore, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers can access the site by boat or from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 6 and 20 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 18C in the winter months to 27C in September. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Hazards include potential surge, strong currents, jellyfish, sea urchins, and risks associated with deep diving.
33.90353, 35.48298
There is a permanent buoy approximately 500m from the shore which marks the top of the wall.
Boat dive located off the coast of Beirut near the American University of Beirut campus.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-32m
Visibility
6-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
18-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginners.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Yes, AUB Wall allows for both shore and boat entries.
Divers should be aware of surge, strong currents, jellyfish, sea urchins, and risks related to deep diving such as decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this location.
Diving at AUB Wall in Beirut requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at AUB Wall in Beirut. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit AUB Wall in Beirut are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
AUB Wall in Beirut typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at AUB Wall in Beirut typically ranges from 6 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.