Certified-diver Jeddah wreck trip naming Chicken Wreck and including equipment.
Jeddah wreck dive on the former M.V. Glaros
Jeddah wreck dive on the former M.V. Glaros
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Chicken Wreck is a boat-dived Red Sea wreck off Jeddah on the former M.V. Glaros. The wreck lies on its side with open structure, coral growth, and easy route-finding, making it a straightforward certified-diver wreck with mild current, fish-filled structure, and a relaxed artificial-reef feel rather than a deep technical challenge.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 22m
Depth Note
The wreck sits around 20 m and slopes to roughly 22 m at the stern.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Usually mild current, variable visibility, and a calm wreck profile in sheltered Red Sea water.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch the wreck edges and coral-encrusted rails. Stay out of enclosed sections unless you are trained and equipped for wreck penetration.
Access Restrictions
Plan on a guided boat booking with a certified-diver operator; independent shore access is not typical.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed local operator and follow the boat briefing, site rules, and pickup procedures.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided wreck dive on the former M.V. Glaros with open structure, coral growth, and straightforward navigation for certified divers.
Freediving
Not a standard freedive target; the wreck is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
The wreck itself is too deep for casual snorkeling; surface viewing is limited to the boat area and surrounding water.
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
Certified-diver Jeddah wreck trip naming Chicken Wreck and including equipment.
Independent article with Chicken Wreck depth, current, and visibility context.
Independent wreck profile with calm current and novice-diver context.
Operator page listing Chicken Wreck among standard Jeddah dive sites.
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