This dive site features the wreck of a Japanese fishing boat, Djabeda, resting on a sandy seabed at 30 meters. The vessel is located close to Ile Coin de Mire. Djabeda measures approximately 44 meters in length, 10 meters in height, and 5 meters in width. While exploring the shipwreck itself is a primary focus, divers will also encounter a vibrant marine environment. Soft corals abound, alongside schools of fish, including Kingfish, moray eels, triggerfish, stonefish, scorpionfish, manta rays, and leaffish. Various nudibranchs add to the biodiversity. Visibility at this site can vary, but it offers an engaging dive experience for those interested in exploring a historic wreck surrounded by marine life.
Djabeda
Advanced wreck dive on a vibrant Japanese fishing boat.
Boat Access
24m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Scorpionfish
Snowflake Moray
Reef Manta Ray
Triggerfish
Leaffish
Soft Gingerbread Hem Star
Kingfish
Nudibranch
Stonefish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
The wreck rests at 30 meters, requiring advanced certification.
Hazards:
depthcurrentmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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