

Best for intermediate divers, 10-40m, boat entry, strong current.
The Iona Ship Wreck is a combined wreck and reef site located off the coast of Sharm Yanbu. The structure spans depths from 10 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers access the site via boat, as it is situated 17 kilometres from the shore. Conditions are characterised by strong currents and visibility ranging between 10 and 30 metres. The site features cave elements that require careful navigation and awareness of the overhead environment. Due to the depth, current, and potential hazards including lionfish and sharks, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Proper buoyancy control and the use of a surface marker buoy are recommended.
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The strong current demands good buoyancy control and a reef hook if you want to hold position at depth without burning through your air. Book a boat charter in advance as there is no shore entry, and carry a surface marker buoy for every diver given the open-water conditions.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, strong currents, and the need for advanced buoyancy control.
The wreck and reef structure ranges from 10 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 17 kilometres from the shore. You must book a boat charter in advance.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents, and the presence of lionfish and sharks. Divers should also be aware of the overhead environment within the wreck's cave features.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the site is an open-water wreck and reef located 17 kilometres offshore with strong currents and significant depths.
Diving at Iona Ship Wreck in Yanbu requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Iona Ship Wreck in Yanbu. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Iona Ship Wreck in Yanbu can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Iona Ship Wreck in Yanbu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.