Shillong Wreck

The Red Sea, Egypt

Depth

23m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About Shillong Wreck

The Shillong was a huge cargo vessel of 8934 tons. She was enroute from London to Tsingtao when she collided with the Purfina Congo. This incident happened in March 1949 nder the command of Captain E.J. Spurling. Todat she rests in a depth of 23 meters close to the July Oilfield wreck in the seperation channel. At the time of her sinking she was carrying a load of general cargo. You can find several artifacts and items when diving here. Beautiful wreck dive.

Shillong Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

23m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 42%

O₂

Marine Life

Groupers
Emperor Fish
Fusiliers
Moray Eels
Various
Angel Fish
Crocodile Fish

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