潜点: SS Thistlegorm

关于 SS Thistlegorm

The SS Thistlegorm is one of the world's most renowned shipwrecks, a British cargo vessel sunk during World War II. It lies in the Strait of Gubal, a narrow passage connecting the Gulf of Suez and the Red Sea, where it was bombed by German forces in October 1941 while carrying military supplies for Allied troops in Suez. This underwater museum offers an unparalleled glimpse into wartime history, making it a bucket-list destination for many divers. The 126-meter long freighter rests at a maximum depth of 30 meters. The wreck is largely intact, with the forward section upright, while the stern is twisted 90 degrees and rests on its port side. Divers can explore its numerous cargo holds, which are brimming with military equipment like trucks, motorcycles, armoured vehicles, boots, rifles, and even two steam locomotives lying off the port and starboard sides. Penetration into the holds allows for close examination of these preserved artifacts, illuminated by natural light filtering through openings. While primarily a wreck dive, the Thistlegorm also hosts marine life, including sleeping turtles that take shelter within its structure during night dives. Common sightings in the area also include sharks, whales, dolphins, and turtles, though the wreck's primary draw is its historical cargo. Divers from Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada typically reach the site by liveaboard to maximize dive time and avoid crowds, often completing multiple dives, including night dives, to fully explore the site. It is possible to dive the wreck from day boats, though liveaboards offer the advantage of early morning access.