Aldebaran Wreck
The Aldebaran Wreck, located in the waters of Seychelles near Bel Ombre, Mahé, is a renowned dive site. This 28-meter long fishing boat was intentionally sunk in 2008 and now rests at a depth of 28 to 40 meters on a sandy seabed. Due to its depth, it is exclusively suitable for experienced divers.
When exploring the Aldebaran Wreck, divers will be treated to a vibrant array of marine life. Among the enchanting sights are a wide variety of small reef fish, mesmerizing macro creatures, elegant moray eels, and captivating scorpionfish. In addition, lucky divers may encounter elusive Ghost pipefish, the mighty Goliath grouper, fascinating Leaf fish, quirky Frogfish, impressive Mantis shrimp, intriguing Devil/Indian walker Scorpionfish, graceful Flying Gurnard, the magnificent Spanish Dancer, and the alluring Harlequin Shrimp, to name just a few!
With a visibility of around 16 meters and a maximum depth of 35 meters, the Aldebaran Wreck offers a captivating underwater experience for advanced and expert divers. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this underwater wonderland in the Seychelles!
When exploring the Aldebaran Wreck, divers will be treated to a vibrant array of marine life. Among the enchanting sights are a wide variety of small reef fish, mesmerizing macro creatures, elegant moray eels, and captivating scorpionfish. In addition, lucky divers may encounter elusive Ghost pipefish, the mighty Goliath grouper, fascinating Leaf fish, quirky Frogfish, impressive Mantis shrimp, intriguing Devil/Indian walker Scorpionfish, graceful Flying Gurnard, the magnificent Spanish Dancer, and the alluring Harlequin Shrimp, to name just a few!
With a visibility of around 16 meters and a maximum depth of 35 meters, the Aldebaran Wreck offers a captivating underwater experience for advanced and expert divers. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this underwater wonderland in the Seychelles!
Diving Conditions Score for Aldebaran Wreck
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Aldebaran Wreck
Depth
35m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Aldebaran Wreck
Wave Height
1.36m
Wind Speed
21.2 m/s
Water Temp
27.1°C
Visibility
36.08km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
7.55s
Air Temperature
26°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Aldebaran Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Aldebaran Wreck
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.1316/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.3m, Wind 21.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.689399999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Aldebaran Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Aldebaran Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Aldebaran Wreck are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
10:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.3m (7.65s), Wind: 21.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.28m, Wind: 21.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Aldebaran WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Aldebaran Wreck
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Aldebaran Wreck
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Aldebaran Wreck
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Aldebaran Wreck
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
May
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
July
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Aldebaran Wreck
Aldebaran Wreck follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.1°C) and December the coldest (22.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). August is usually the driest month with 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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