Spot summary describing the wreck depth, shore access, and marine life around the wreck.
Sheltered wreck off Gorée Island
Sheltered wreck off Gorée Island
Gorée Aquarium Epave is a shore-access wreck dive off Gorée Island, centered on a Chinese cargo wreck that lies on its side in sheltered water. The route is compact but offers enough structure for hold penetration, debris scanning, and an easy wraparound of the wreck and nearby bottom. It suits intermediate divers who are comfortable with a deeper recreational profile and a bay dive where local briefing and visibility management matter.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m
Depth Note
The wreck lies on a sandy bottom at 12 m.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay conditions with a compact wreck route, some sand around the structure, and possible minor swell or visibility variation.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use wreck-diving procedures, keep clear of debris, and treat any hold entry as a genuine overhead environment. The site is straightforward enough for a shore wreck, but it still deserves discipline.
Access Restrictions
Shore access via the Gorée Island coast and local briefing setup is the practical default.
Legal Notes
Respect the wreck and local site rules. Do not remove material from the site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wreck dive to a 30 m-long ship lying on its side at 12 m, with possible hold penetration and a damaged cabin.
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.
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Research Sources
Spot summary describing the wreck depth, shore access, and marine life around the wreck.
Oceanium training-center page supporting the broader Dakar-bay dive ecosystem and facilities context.
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