Site-specific Haifa wreck page with access and marine-life details.
Haifa's deep wreck with boat access and penetration options.
Haifa's deep wreck with boat access and penetration options.
The Big Barge (Wreck) is a large offshore barge off the Haifa south coast, resting upright on sand with an open, prominent structure. It is a serious wreck dive for experienced scuba divers, with exterior exploration and qualified penetration options, and a solid chance of barracuda, rays, grouper, and other Mediterranean fish.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
32m+
Depth Note
Wreck rises tall on a sandy bed at 32 m (96 ft).
Best Season
Late spring to early autumn for calmer seas and better visibility; winter can be better for ray sightings.
Typical Conditions
Deep wreck on sand; the site is most comfortable when the sea is calm and visibility is high.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Penetration has narrow passages and should be left to qualified wreck divers; the exterior dive is the safer default.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access; plan with a club or charter rather than a self-guided shore entry.
Legal Notes
Use the wreck as a guided dive and keep penetration to certified divers.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep wreck dive with an optional penetration route for qualified divers.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the depth and overhead sections make it a scuba dive only.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling site; the wreck is far too deep for casual snorkel use.
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
Site-specific Haifa wreck page with access and marine-life details.
Official Israeli dive-site map listing The Big Barge.
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