SS Thistlegorm
The wreck of a World War II cargo ship has become an unintentional time capsule at the bottom of the Red Sea.

šŸ“œ World War II cargo ship wreck, unintentional time capsule.
šŸ” Rediscovered by Jacques Cousteau, popular dive site since the 90s.

Why Go

🐠 Abundant marine wildlife
🚢 Explore multiple decks and wartime cargo
🤿 Suitable for a wide range of divers

Why Avoid

āš ļø Protruding and twisted metal, caution advised
🚫 Do not enter cargo holds without training
āŒ Removing items strictly prohibited

Tips

āš“ļø Located just outside Raz Muhammed Nature Reserve.
🚤 Many diving operators offer trips, including live-aboards and day-operators.
🌊 Bow at 16m (52ft), propeller at 32m (105ft).

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