Ss Hamada Wreck

# SS Hamada Wreck Dive Site

The SS Hamada wreck is a compelling deep dive destination located in Qesm Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This deteriorated cargo vessel rests at depths ranging from 50-80 meters, making it suitable for advanced and experienced divers only.

Divers exploring the Hamada encounter impressive structural remains including the ship’s hull, deck sections, and cargo holds, showcasing the wreck’s dramatic decomposition over decades. The site’s depth and condition create a challenging technical diving environment.

Marine life thrives throughout the wreck ecosystem. Schools of barracuda, grouper, and trevally patrol the structure, while smaller reef fish inhabit the deteriorating compartments. Rays and sharks occasionally traverse the sandy bottom surrounding the wreck.

The Hamada presents a technical diving experience requiring advanced certification, proper equipment, and guided expertise. Strong currents and significant depth demand careful dive planning and nitrogen narcosis management. This Red Sea wreck offers unparalleled historical significance and underwater exploration for qualified technical divers seeking challenging Egyptian diving adventures.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus moseranna

White-spotted Puffer Arothron hispidus sandra_bracun

Arabian Picasso Triggerfish Rhinecanthus assasi sandra_bracun

Fiveline Cardinalfish Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus moseranna

Rüppell's Wart Slug Phyllidia rueppelii gizemk

Bluebell Blenny Alloblennius pictus moseranna

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)