Tunisia
The Wreck of Louise
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the historical Wreck of Louise, a French cargo ship that met its end in 1907 off the coast of Mahdia. This popular dive site, reaching a maximum of 32 meters, is now a thriving artificial reef, providing shelter for octopi, scorpionfish, and a variety of crustaceans.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
May, June, July, September, October
Mar
Early spring marine life activity
May
Seabream and other pelagic fish schools
Jun
Good visibility for exploring wrecks
Jul
Warm water diving, abundant reef fish
More monthly highlights
Aug
Plankton blooms can reduce visibility but attract small fish
Sep
End of summer, good conditions
Oct
Autumn diving, pleasant temperatures
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