SS Umbria✓ data verified
Sudan · Africa · Red Sea
3.8
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wreck diving with visibility up to 30 m, 4 standout species, liveaboard access — a strong choice for experienced divers.
Level Advanced
Marine life
4.0
Visibility
5.0
Accessibility
2.5
Facilities
2.0
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 30 m
- 4 standout marine species
- Best conditions in Oct–May
Cons
- Moderate currents can pick up
- Deep dives to 40 m
- Liveaboard-only access
Best for
Not for
Plan your trip
$$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
5–7 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$$
Liveaboard safari diving is premium (accommodation + charter).
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Where to stay
Liveaboard cruises are the signature here — many divers sleep on board. A quiet, remote site — book lodging well in advance.
Good to know
- Moderate current that makes for an easy, relaxed drift.
- Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
- Built for experienced divers — an Advanced Open Water cert is a good idea.
- Prime season is Oct–May.
📷 Francis Frith & Co. · Public domain
Depth
5–40 m (16–131 ft)
Visibility
30 m (98 ft)
Water temp
25–30°C (77–86°F)
Current
Moderate
Best season
Oct–May
Certification
Advanced
Dive shops
0
Why go
SS Umbria lies in the Red Sea off Sudan and is centred on wreck dives, turning sunken vessels into reef-like habitat. Dives run to 40 m with around 30 m visibility, moderate currents and sea temperatures of 25–30°C. Marine highlights include WWII cargo ship, corals, glassfish and barracuda. Best season is Oct–May, typically reached by liveaboard. Built for experienced divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended. With dives to 40 m, comfort at depth is recommended.
Site type
Wreck
Access
Liveaboard
The moderate currents kept things interesting from start to finish.
Reliable conditions and plenty of variety — I rate it highly for guiding.
Great diving, great vibe. A place worth coming back to.