

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Palapas Shore Dive in Beirut offers a combination of reef and wreck topography suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres, with an average of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 8 and 25 metres. The rocky shore entry requires caution due to surf and shore break conditions. The wreck provides a useful navigation reference point, while the reef supports various reef fish and invertebrates. Due to active boat traffic in the area, divers should tow a surface marker buoy throughout the dive and deploy it well before ascending.
34.01470, 35.62450
The shore entry involves a surf and shore break, so time your entry during a lull and wear boots to protect your feet on the rocky bottom. Boat traffic is active in this area, so tow a surface marker buoy throughout the dive and deploy it well before ascending.
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Depth
5-20m
Visibility
8-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
18-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site supports various reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres and generally mild currents.
Depths at Palapas Shore Dive range from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore dive. Divers should time their entry during a lull in the surf and wear boots to protect their feet on the rocky bottom.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Diving at Palapas Shore Dive in Jounieh requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Palapas Shore Dive in Jounieh. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 28°C.
Divers at Palapas Shore Dive in Jounieh should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Palapas Shore Dive in Jounieh typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Palapas Shore Dive in Jounieh typically ranges from 8 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.