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China Wreck
Shallow nearshore wreck with long bottom times and varied fish life.
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Usually dived from shore or by a short boat run from Mirbat; best planned outside the June to September monsoon window when Dhofar sea state and visibility are steadier.
About China Wreck
China Wreck is a shallow nearshore wreck off Mirbat, broken into scattered sections with anchors, boilers, and hull pieces that make an easy first wreck tour. Divers and snorkelers usually come for the long bottom time and the chance to find morays, octopus, cuttlefish, porcupinefish, parrotfish, and passing schools around the structure.
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Research Estimate At China Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Where Is China Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
China Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 10m
Depth Note
Public dive-site references place the wreck across roughly 4-10 m, with the main structure around 8 m.
Best Season
October to April is the most reliable window around Mirbat and Salalah, after the June to September monsoon period when sea state and visibility are more stable.
Typical Conditions
Usually a shallow nearshore wreck dive with long bottom time. Conditions in Dhofar are highly seasonal: outside the summer bloom and monsoon period, visibility is commonly better, while summer swell and plankton can reduce clarity and cancel trips.
Safety & Access At China Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityWaves
Safety Notes
Treat this as a shallow wreck with seasonal sea-state limits rather than a guaranteed easy checkout. Run it in settled weather, watch for reduced visibility after monsoon influence, and keep new divers and snorkelers on the outside of the structure.
Local Intel For China Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow wreck dive suitable for beginners and Basic Divers.
Snorkeling
Because the wreck is shallow and close inshore, it can work for confident snorkelers in calm conditions when visibility is decent and surface support is available.
Wildlife at China Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At China Wreck
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Dive Spot Log Averages At China Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
