Plongée à Suakin Archipelago — Sudan

The Suakin Archipelago lies near the ruined Ottoman port city of Suakin, one of the most atmospheric ghost towns in the world. Underwater, the reefs are virtually untouched by tourism, with walls plunging into blue water where hammerheads school at depth and dugongs graze in the shallows. Expedition-level logistics required.

Score
65.8
Visibilité
20–40m
Température
24–31°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Suakin Archipelago
SudanMiddle East
65.8

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19.1000°N

37.3500°E

The Suakin Archipelago lies near the ruined Ottoman port city of Suakin, one of the most atmospheric ghost towns in the world. Underwater, the reefs are virtually untouched by tourism, with walls plunging into blue water where hammerheads school at depth and dugongs graze in the shallows. Expedition-level logistics required.

Ghost Port's Untouched Red Sea Reefs

Visibility20–40 m
Temperature24–31°C
Max Depth45 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$150
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationAdvanced Open WaterAdvanced

Score Breakdown

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ML85.0CH82.0VIS85.0SV58.0TMP85.0DA70.0OP70.0TS30.0GT18.0VAL50.0CRD95.0SP62.0

Marine Life

85.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
80
Megafauna Encounters
88
Reef Fish Abundance
85
Macro Life
60
Endemic Species
70
Marine Life Diversity
85.0
Coral & Reef Health
82.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
58.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
70.0
Operator Quality
70.0
Topside Experience
30.0
Getting There
18.0
Value & Cost
50.0
Crowding
95.0
Social Proof
62.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

This destination is primarily accessed by liveaboard — not ideal for non-diving partners. Consider planning separate shore-based activities before or after your liveaboard trip.

Activities for Non-Divers

Suakin ghost city ruinsdhow harbour visit

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Suakin Ottoman ruins

Non-Diver Score

4/10

Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.

Family FriendlyNot recommended
Restaurants & Nightlifenone

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber50 km — Port Sudan Navy Hospital Chamber
Nearest Hospital50 km

Chamber at Port Sudan; liveaboard carries O2; limited infrastructure

Skill LevelAdvanced
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

MY Royal Evolution

PADI

4.7
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