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Dunraven
Historic Red Sea wreck dive with coral growth and strong fish life.
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Boat access and wreck logistics make a local operator or liveaboard the practical way to visit.
Dunraven is a Ras Mohammed wreck dive in Egypt's Red Sea, known for an inverted hull, coral-covered sections, and abundant reef fish around the wreck.
About Dunraven
Historic Red Sea wreck dive in the Ras Mohammed area of Egypt with an inverted hull, broken sections, coral growth over the structure, and boat-access planning from Sharm El Sheikh or a liveaboard. The site is usually dived by advanced wreck divers who can handle weather swings, moderate current, and careful buoyancy around the coral-covered hull and nearby reef edge.
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Research Estimate At Dunraven
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Dunraven?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Dunraven Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 30m
Depth Note
Published dive descriptions place the wreck at roughly 15-30 m / 49-96 ft, with an inverted hull broken into two sections and a shallower front section.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer weather windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access deep wreck dive with moderate current, occasional stronger flow, and good visibility. The broken hull and nearby reef make it best for confident divers.
Safety & Access At Dunraven
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The wreck has overhead and penetration-style hazards, with depth and current adding task loading; use appropriate wreck training and careful buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Typically reached by boat from Sharm El Sheikh or a liveaboard; not a casual shore-entry dive.
Legal Notes
Follow local wreck-diving rules, mooring guidance, and the operator's briefing.
Local Intel For Dunraven
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive with an inverted hull, coral-covered sections, and an overhead profile that suits certified wreck divers.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the depth and overhead wreck profile make scuba the practical choice.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the wreck sits too deep for casual surface snorkeling and is best experienced underwater.
Wildlife at Dunraven
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Dunraven
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Dunraven
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
