Advanced wreck profile and marine-life framing.
Historic Haifa Bay submarine wreck for advanced divers.
Historic Haifa Bay submarine wreck for advanced divers.
Boat access and site handling are best left to a local operator.
Scire is a historic Haifa Bay wreck dive on a WWII-era Italian submarine. It suits divers who want a deliberate wreck swim with history, encrusting growth, and local Mediterranean fish life rather than an easy scenic reef. Boat access, good buoyancy, and a calm, controlled pace matter more than speed. Visibility can swing with sea state, so the best dives stay simple and steady.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
30m - 33m
Depth Note
Deep wreck profile on the Haifa Bay seabed.
Typical Conditions
Historic wreck structure, deep profile, and a site that rewards slow, controlled movement around the hull.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Depth is around 30 m, and sea conditions have been described as rough enough to deteriorate the wreck.
Access Restrictions
Treat it as a guided wreck dive and follow local site rules.
Legal Notes
Historic site; follow guide instructions and avoid penetration unless specifically trained and permitted.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wreck dive to approximately 30 m, with recognizable structures such as the deck, bridge, and masts still visible.
Freediving
Not a freedive target because the wreck is too deep for casual breath-hold exploration.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target; the main structure sits below the surface.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Advanced wreck profile and marine-life framing.
Historical site coverage and motorboat access.
Historical wreck coverage and depth reference.
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