France
SS Thistlegorm
About this Dive Site
Description
The legendary SS Thistlegorm, a British merchant navy vessel sunk in the Red Sea in 1941, is a world-renowned wreck dive. Explore its holds filled with wartime treasures like motorcycles, rifles, trucks, and even train carriages, all now a vibrant habitat for abundant marine life.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
June, July, August
Apr
Seabird nesting season begins
May
Early spring marine life activity
Jun
Increased fish activity, kelp forests vibrant
Jul
Summer marine life abundance
More monthly highlights
Aug
Peak summer diving conditions
Sep
Autumn marine life, potential for seals
Oct
Wreck diving season starts to pick up
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