Abu Nuhas Wreck Trip
A full day on the Red Sea's 'ship graveyard'. Two dives on the wrecks of Abu Nuhas reef — typically the photogenic Giannis D and the 1869 Carnatic 'Wine Wreck'. A wreck-lover's day out for certified divers, an hour and a half north of Hurghada.
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Dives
- 2
- Group max
- 10
- Pickup
- Included
- Lunch
- On board
Four wrecks, one reef
Abu Nuhas has wrecked at least four cargo ships over the decades, earning it the nickname the 'ship graveyard'. The Giannis D (1983) and the Carnatic (1869) are the two we dive most often — but the Chrisoula K (the 'Tile Wreck') and the Kimon M (the 'Lentil Wreck') are on the same reef and can be arranged on request for repeat visitors.
Optional upgrades
- Nitrox — €8 per tank (recommended)
- Full equipment rental — €15 per day
- Dive computer rental — €15 per day
Itinerary
- 1 06:00
Hotel pickup
Early air-conditioned transfer to Hurghada Marina, with coffee and breakfast served once we're underway.
- Transfer
- Breakfast on board
- 2 07:00
Boat north to Abu Nuhas
Around 1.5–2 hours north to the reef, with a wreck and safety briefing en route. We pick the two best wrecks for the day's conditions.
- Wreck briefing
- Dive planning
- 3 09:30
Dive 1 — Giannis D
The most photogenic wreck on the reef — the dramatically tilted stern, the engine room and the mast reaching across the coral.
- 4 11:00
Surface interval & lunch
Hot lunch and a rest in the sun while we off-gas before the second dive.
- 5 12:30
Dive 2 — Carnatic
The 1869 'Wine Wreck' — a graceful Victorian skeleton of coral-encrusted iron ribs, full of glassfish.
- 6 14:00
Return & drop-off
Cruise back to Hurghada (mid-to-late afternoon), log your dives, and we drop you at your hotel.
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Boat to the Abu Nuhas wrecks
- 2 guided wreck dives
- Tanks and weights
- Experienced wreck guide
- Hot lunch, snacks and drinks on board
- Dive insurance
Not included
- Equipment rental (€15/day)
- Nitrox tanks — recommended (€8/dive)
- Dive computer rental (€15/day)
- Marine park & port fees (payable locally)
- Tips for crew & guide (optional)
What to bring
- Certification card (Advanced recommended)
- Logbook
- Swimwear & towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat & sunglasses
- Seasickness tablets if you're prone to it
From the dives
FAQ
Do I need to be Advanced certified for Abu Nuhas?
Advanced is recommended because some wrecks reach 27 m, but the shallow parts of the Giannis D are accessible to Open Water divers in good conditions. We match the dives to your level — tell us your certification when you book.
Which wrecks will we dive?
Usually the Giannis D and the Carnatic — the two most rewarding of the four. The Chrisoula K ('Tile Wreck') and Kimon M ('Lentil Wreck') are on the same reef and can be arranged on request.
How far is it from Hurghada?
About 1.5–2 hours by boat north of Hurghada Marina, on the northern side of the Strait of Gubal. We start early to make the most of the day.
Can I combine this with the Thistlegorm?
Yes — our SS Thistlegorm overnight safari combines Abu Nuhas and the Thistlegorm across two days with an overnight on the boat. Ask us about it.
What's included in the price?
Hotel transfer, the boat trip, two guided wreck dives, tanks, weights, a wreck guide, lunch and drinks, and dive insurance. Equipment rental (€15/day), Nitrox (€8/dive) and any marine-park/port fees are extra.
Dive sites you may visit
Site choice depends on the day's wind, swell, and your group's level.
Carnatic
The oldest and most beautiful of the Abu Nuhas wrecks — a P&O steam-and-sail ship wrecked in 1869. More than 150 years of coral has turned her elegant skeleton into a living reef draped in soft corals and glassfish.
Giannis D
The most photogenic of the four Abu Nuhas wrecks — a Greek cargo ship that struck the reef in 1983 and broke into three. Her dramatically tilted stern, with engine room and mast, is one of the Red Sea's best wreck dives.
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The Thistlegorm done properly. Two days and one night on the boat, combining the Abu Nuhas wrecks with three or four dives on the SS Thistlegorm — including the quiet early-morning dives before the day boats arrive. The premium wreck experience for certified divers.
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Your first breath underwater — no certification, no experience, no commitment. We teach you the basics on the boat, then a private instructor guides you down to a calm Hurghada reef. Hotel pickup, full gear, lunch and souvenir photos all included.
