

Best for advanced divers, 32-34m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Sawan's Bay in Tyre, Lebanon, features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. This site is suited for advanced divers, with depths ranging between 32 and 34 metres. Divers can access the site via shore or boat. Conditions include a moderate current and variable visibility, requiring careful planning and buoyancy control. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18 and 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the presence of artificial structures, divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards. Always check local current and visibility reports before planning a dive, as conditions can change quickly.
33.31242, 35.22415
Occasional artifacts and ancient structural remnants may be encountered on the seabed, which should be observed and not disturbed.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
32-34m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth of 32 to 34 metres and the presence of moderate currents and entanglement hazards.
The site reaches depths of 32 to 34 metres.
Both shore and boat entries are possible at Sawan's Bay.
Divers should be cautious of entanglement risks around the artificial reef structures, strong currents, and potential jellyfish stings.
Diving at Sawan's Bay in Tyre requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sawan's Bay in Tyre. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Sawan's Bay in Tyre are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Sawan's Bay in Tyre. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.