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Feb 10, 2026Dive Spot Guide•
River Gurara Popa
River Gurara Popa is the stern section of the Nigerian cargo ship River Gurara,
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Advanced boat wreck dive on the River Gurara's stern section near Cape Espichel with generally calm currents but occasional surge.
About River Gurara Popa
River Gurara MV was a Nigerian cargo vessel that sank off Cape Espichel on 26 February 1989 during a strong storm. The wreck broke in the middle, with the stern remaining close to the coast at an average depth of about 23 m. The wreck provides shelter for a variety of marine life, with numerous fish and cephalopods commonly found around the structure.
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River Gurara Popa Planning Details
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Reported Depth
21m - 25m
Depth Note
Average depth reported as 23 m near the stern section close to the coast.
Best Season
All year round
Typical Conditions
Good visiblity, usually no current, sometimes a little bit of surge
Safety & Access At River Gurara Popa
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Waves
Safety Notes
Moroon line to descent and ascent
Access Restrictions
Marine park, no fishing
Legal Notes
Protected area
Local Intel For River Gurara Popa
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Scuba Diving
Wreck dive with the stern section near the coast at an average depth around 23 m.
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