Umbria Wreck

Best time to dive

January to December; November to April

What you might see

• BarracudaPossible
• Moray eelLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - viable; the upper structure and masts sit near the surface and the sheltered, harbor-adjacent water allows snorkeling directly over the wreck

Safety notes

WWII ordnance still aboard (reportedly around 6,000 tons of bombs/munitions, sources cite up to ~350,000 individual bombs) - considered inert but should not be disturbed; overhead/penetration risk in the engine room and cargo holds; sharp rusted metal

Permits & fees

Sudan tourist visa required; no specific site fee documented; the wreck's UXO cargo may carry informal restrictions on removal/handling, not formally confirmed (VERIFY)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Port Sudan