

Best for advanced divers, 34-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Le Souffleur is a wreck dive site located 10 kilometres offshore from Beirut, Lebanon. This advanced dive requires boat access and reaches depths between 34 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 36 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and variable visibility ranging from 6 to 25 metres. Due to the nature of the wreck, hazards include potential entanglement, overhead environments, and deep diving conditions. Boat traffic in the area necessitates caution during ascent and descent. Typical dive times at this site are approximately 45 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 18C in late winter to 25C in early autumn.
33.78590, 35.45820
Always check for currents, wind, and waves before diving.
Located 10 kilometers south of Beirut in front of Khalde. Reachable only by boat from Beirut.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
34-40m
Visibility
6-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is designated for advanced divers due to its depth, potential for strong currents, and overhead environment.
The wreck lies at a depth range of 34 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 36 metres.
Le Souffleur is located 10 kilometres from the coast and requires boat access.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the significant depth of the wreck.
Divers must manage risks associated with deep diving, overhead environments, entanglement, moderate currents, and local boat traffic.
Diving at Le Souffleur in Beirut requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Le Souffleur in Beirut. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 25°C.
Expect moderate currents at Le Souffleur in Beirut. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Le Souffleur in Beirut typically ranges from 6 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.