About this spot
The Chrisoula K sits on the reef at Abu Nuhas, one of Egypt's most famous wreck-diving destinations. This intermediate dive reaches depths between 4 and 27 meters, making it accessible to divers with some experience but rewarding enough for seasoned explorers. The wreck itself is a draw—its intact structure provides excellent photography opportunities and plenty of nooks to explore, from the bridge to the hold. The reef around Abu Nuhas is a magnet for marine life. You'll encounter schools of jacks, snappers, and groupers. Larger pelagics cruise the deeper sections, while the shallower areas attract smaller reef fish and invertebrates. The combination of wreck penetration and open-water pelagic activity makes each dive dynamic. Access is straightforward from the Red Sea coast. Most divers reach Abu Nuhas via liveaboard or day boat from ports like Hurghada or Safaga. The site is dived year-round, though sea conditions vary with season. Community footage from the Chrisoula K shows the wreck's condition and life on the reef, giving you a solid preview before you go. This is not a beginner dive—you need solid buoyancy control and wreck awareness. But it's the kind of intermediate site that builds real skill and delivers the kind of diving stories that stick.
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Dive types
Trip essentials
Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.
Trip checklist
- 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
- 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
- 📔 Dive logbook
- 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- 🔌 Plug type C/F · 220V adapter
- 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
- 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact
Quick facts
- 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
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› Sustainability disclosures
From your departure country
- Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
- Flight: 8h · direct
- Jet-lag: 7h east · 5 days recovery
FAQ
›When is the best time to dive the Chrisoula K?
Abu Nuhas is dived year-round. Sea conditions vary seasonally, so check local operators for current weather and swell forecasts before booking. Cooler months often bring better visibility.
›What depth and difficulty is this dive?
The Chrisoula K ranges from 4 to 27 meters and is rated intermediate. You need good buoyancy control and some wreck-diving experience. Beginners should not attempt penetration without proper training.
›What marine life will I see?
Expect schools of jacks, snappers, and groupers. Larger pelagics like barracuda and trevally patrol the deeper water. Reef fish, moray eels, and invertebrates are common in shallower sections.
›How do I get to Abu Nuhas?
Abu Nuhas is accessible via liveaboard or day boat from Red Sea ports such as Hurghada or Safaga. Most divers book through local dive operators. No special permits are required for recreational diving at this site.
