This dive site features the SS Bilbeis, a historic passenger/cargo steamship that tragically wrecked on March 5th, 1934, en route from Alexandria to Mersin. The vessel, originally 70-90 meters long, is now broken into several pieces spread across the seabed at a maximum depth of 7 meters. Divers can explore these accessible fragments, providing a fascinating glimpse into maritime history and a unique navigational experience over the scattered remains.
Due to its shallow depth and the structure provided by the wreck, the site attracts typical Mediterranean marine life. Divers may encounter various species of small schooling fish, crustaceans like crabs and shrimp hidden within the wreck's crevices, and possibly juvenile groupers or moray eels. Patches of algae and soft corals often adorn the metal structures, providing shelter and feeding grounds.
The best time to visit this site is generally during the warmer months from late spring to early autumn (May to October), when water temperatures are more comfortable and sea conditions are typically calmer, offering better visibility. Its extremely shallow depth makes it an excellent location for beginner divers, training dives, and also highly suitable for snorkeling and freediving, offering easy access to the historical wreck from the surface.
