S.S. Thistlegorm Suggest edit

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30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The S.S. Thistlegorm is a British WWII cargo ship sunk in 1941, resting at around 30 meters and famous for its cargo of military vehicles and motorcycles.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Permits are typically arranged through dive operators.
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Bottom types:
sand rubble wreck Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for wreck shots; consider lighting for interior shots.

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