Wreck Gubal Strait

An exposed or submerged wreck site recorded in the Strait of Gubal at approximately 27.742°N, 33.865°E. This position is in the northern Strait of Gubal, the deep-water channel between the Sinai Peninsula and the Egyptian mainland that connects the Gulf of Suez to the wider Red Sea. The area is historically one of the most wreck-dense corridors in the world due to its status as a principal shipping lane to the Suez Canal.

Overview

The Strait of Gubal has claimed many vessels over the centuries. The coordinates place this wreck slightly southwest of Shag Rock (the anchorage area associated with the SS Thistlegorm, approximately 8 km northeast) and north of Gubal Island. This position is consistent with a vessel grounded on one of the numerous shallow reef patches scattered through the strait. The specific identity of the vessel at these coordinates has not been confirmed from available sources.

Notable wrecks in the immediate region include the SS Thistlegorm (sunk 1941 near Shag Rock), the SS Kingston / Sarah H (grounded 1881 at Shag Rock), and the Dunraven (sunk 1876 at Sha’b Mahmoud). Local dive operators running liveaboard itineraries through the strait may have more specific information about this particular site.

Dive Profile

• Depth: Up to 32 m in the Gubal Strait (recorded as 25 m, adjusted for location)
• Entry: Boat dive — no shore access in the strait
• Currents: The Strait of Gubal is subject to tidal currents that can be strong
• Conditions: Best in calm weather with slack-water timing

Marine Life

The Gubal Strait’s passing currents bring nutrients that support healthy reef fish populations on any submerged structure: fusiliers, anthias, groupers, barracuda, and occasional pelagics including trevally and sharks.

Site Information

• Location: Northern Strait of Gubal, Red Sea
• Entry Type: Shore entry
• Site Type: Reef
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Maximum Depth: 25–32 metres

The specific vessel identity at these coordinates has not been confirmed from available sources. The Strait of Gubal area contains multiple documented and undocumented wrecks; local dive operators are the best resource for site-specific details. No confirmed site-specific sources were located. Last updated 2026-05-17.