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The HAV

The HAV

The Red Sea, Egypt

Depth
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8m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About The HAV

One of the many ships sank by german Sub Commander Robert Bartels. The HAV was a GRT Cargo vessel built in 1939. She sank on 14 April 1942 while sailing for Beirut when she struck a mine laid by Robert Bartels. She sank within minutes. A few tug boats assisted immediatley and towed her to shallw waters where whe later broke up. Her remains can now be found in waters of 8 meters deep, inhabited by a large variety of marine and coral life. Little or no currents makes this suitable for all level divers.

The HAV Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

8m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Bat Fish
  • Snappers
  • Trigger Fish
  • Rays
  • Groupers
  • Silver Fish
  • Breams
  • Eels
  • Various
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