The SS Thistlegorm was a British merchant navy ship that was sunk by German bombers in 1941 during World War II while carrying military supplies to North Africa. The wreck was discovered by Jacques Cousteau in the 1950s.
Early Morning Departure – The trip usually starts before sunrise to reach the site in time for the first dive. Expect a 3 hour boat ride from Sharm El Sheikh.
2️⃣ Two Dives on the Wreck – Typically, the first dive is an external exploration, while the second dive includes wreck penetration into the cargo holds, where you’ll see WWII trucks, motorcycles, and weapons, based on currents conditions.
3️⃣ Moderate to Strong Currents – The wreck is in open water, so currents can be challenging. Divers should have good buoyancy and experience in deep/wreck diving.
4️⃣ Depth of 16-30m – The main deck sits around 18m, while the deeper parts, including the propeller, reach 30m. Nitrox is highly recommended for extended bottom time.
5️⃣ Stunning Marine Life – Expect to see batfish, barracudas, moray eels, snappers and more near the wreck.
6️⃣ Historic Atmosphere – The wreck is incredibly well-preserved, offering a mysterious and fascinating look at WWII artifacts frozen in time.
7️⃣ Adventure & Adrenaline – Whether navigating the engine room, swim-throughs, or dodging strong currents, Thistlegorm is a dive full of thrill and discovery!
If you're staying in Reef Oasis Blue Bay hotel, just come to the dive center which is inside the hotel. If you're staying in a different hotel, you will have complimentary two way transfers between your hotel and the dive center. The pick-up time for your hotel to be confirmed by the dive center.
Please indicate your hotel name and address on the checkout page
The dive center will reconfirm your pick up time and location at the latest one day in advance