This dive site, the Sea Guard, is an impressive 40-meter-long wreck deliberately sunk in 2000 off the coast of Israel. Its deck lies at around 30 meters, with the maximum recreational depth often stated as 25 meters. It offers challenging navigation due to consistently low visibility. For wreck-certified and technical divers, the Sea Guard provides exciting opportunities for long penetration dives into its interior, demanding proper training and equipment.
The wreck serves as an artificial reef, attracting various marine life. Divers can observe small groups of seabreams, chromis fish, and soldier fish. Larger groupers are also sometimes spotted around the structure, utilizing the wreck for shelter and hunting grounds.
As visibility is typically low, divers should prepare accordingly, bringing appropriate lighting and ensuring good buoyancy control. There's no specific information on the best time to visit for particular highlights, but advanced divers focusing on wreck penetration will find this site rewarding. It is not suitable for snorkeling or general freediving due to its depth and conditions.
