Protected-area itinerary page; confirms Zone B no-buoy status, sandy seabed, 39 m depth, and core species.
Oued Yquem Wreck is a deep Sardinian wreck dive.
Oued Yquem Wreck is a deep Sardinian wreck dive.
Local boat operators are the normal way to reach this wreck in the protected area.
Oued Yquem Wreck is a deep wreck dive in the Tavolara-Molara marine area, resting on a sandy bottom with a long open-water descent. The wreck's steel-and-wood structure gives the site its shape, while engine pieces and broad sections of hull create the main route across the site. It suits certified divers who want a serious wreck profile with strong marine life and a clear blue-water approach.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
39m
Depth Note
Public references place the wreck on the sandy bottom at about 39 m, with a long, blue-water approach to the site.
Typical Conditions
Open-water wreck diving on a sandy seabed with a clean blue descent and a long, well-defined structure to follow.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat this as a deep wreck dive with a disciplined ascent and good gas awareness. The protected-area setting and open-water descent make it a site for experienced certified divers.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal approach; the site is listed as a no-buoy diving spot in the protected area.
Legal Notes
Protected-area rules apply, including the Zone B no-buoy condition listed for the wreck.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for certified divers who are comfortable with a deeper wreck and a straightforward but serious blue-water approach.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the wreck sits too deep for casual surface dives.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel target; this is a scuba wreck with a deep starting point.
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
Protected-area itinerary page; confirms Zone B no-buoy status, sandy seabed, 39 m depth, and core species.
Official Sardinia tourism page; confirms the Molara/Oued Yquem identification, access points, and marine life.
Independent travel guide; frames Oued Yquem as a deep blue-water wreck with consistent marine life.
Operator page for the wreck; confirms the 39 m depth, blue-water descent, and historic ship identity.
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