Chrisoula K. (Marcus) Wreck Of The Tiles

# Chrisoula K. (Marcus) Wreck Of The Tiles

Explore the fascinating Chrisoula K. wreck, a compelling dive site located near Shadwan Island in the Red Sea off Hurghada, Egypt. This cargo vessel, also known as the Marcus wreck, sits at depths ranging from 20-30 meters, making it accessible for intermediate divers with some wreck experience.

Divers descend through clear Red Sea waters to discover the well-preserved wreck scattered with ceramic tiles—the ship’s original cargo. The structure offers excellent photographic opportunities as coral and marine life colonize the hull. Expect encounters with reef sharks, groupers, snappers, and vibrant schools of tropical fish navigating through the wreck’s corridors and openings.

The site provides a unique blend of maritime history and thriving marine ecosystem. Moderate currents are common, requiring solid buoyancy control and navigation skills. This intermediate wreck dive combines adventure, archaeology, and abundant marine biodiversity, making it a rewarding experience for experienced divers exploring the Red Sea’s rich underwater heritage.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Orange-spotted Trevally Flavocaranx bajad lovelyclemmy

Iridescent Scallop Pedum spondyloideum lovelyclemmy

Red Sea Redbreasted Wrasse Cheilinus quinquecinctus seastung

Guenther's Sweeper Parapriacanthus guentheri lovelyclemmy

Giant Moray Gymnothorax javanicus lovelyclemmy

Red Sea Anemonefish Amphiprion bicinctus juergsch

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)