This dive site features the magnificent Shams wreck, an impressive structure resting delicately on its side at a maximum depth of 16 meters. The wreck is remarkably well preserved, providing an engaging experience for divers. Its top rises significantly from the seabed, creating interesting areas for exploration. While specific historical details of the Shams wreck are not provided, its presence adds a compelling historical and structural element to the dive experience.
The Shams wreck is a vibrant artificial reef, teeming with an incredible diversity of Senegal's marine fauna. Divers can expect to encounter large rays gracefully gliding by, schools of red carp, robust groupers, swift amberjacks, sars, and various types of bream. The wreck structure itself provides shelter and foraging grounds, supporting a rich ecosystem of smaller reef fish and potentially invertebrates.
The best time to visit Shams for diving would typically align with Senegal's dry season (November to June) for optimal weather and potentially better visibility. This wreck offers excellent opportunities for wide-angle photography due to its impressive structure and schooling fish. For freedivers, the average depth of 8 meters and maximum of 16 meters make it highly accessible, allowing for extended bottom time to explore the wreck's exterior and observe marine life. Divers should be mindful of potential currents, typical for offshore wreck sites.
