Blue Belt Wreck
The Blue Belt Wreck, also known as the Toyota Wreck, is a fascinating dive site in Sudan's Red Sea State. This former Saudi Arabian cargo vessel, measuring 103 meters in length, met its fate in 1977 when it collided with a reef while en route from Jeddah to Port Sudan carrying Toyota vehicles and spare parts. Today, this wreck rests upside down on a sloping seabed, stretching from depths of 21 to 90 meters.
Diving at the Blue Belt Wreck offers an incredible experience surrounded by abundant marine life. Schools of big eye trevallies, snappers, and impressive lunartail groupers can be observed thriving in the vicinity of the wreck. It's not uncommon to spot white tip reef sharks during your dive, adding a sense of excitement to your underwater exploration.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this site is recommended for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable diving adventure. Located close to Port Sudan, the Blue Belt Wreck provides a convenient and accessible dive option for those visiting the area.
Explore the depths of the Red Sea's Toyota Wreck and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring marine world that surrounds it. Discover an underwater paradise with diverse aquatic species and remnants of a fascinating maritime history. Plan your dive at this renowned Sudanese dive site today.
Diving at the Blue Belt Wreck offers an incredible experience surrounded by abundant marine life. Schools of big eye trevallies, snappers, and impressive lunartail groupers can be observed thriving in the vicinity of the wreck. It's not uncommon to spot white tip reef sharks during your dive, adding a sense of excitement to your underwater exploration.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this site is recommended for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable diving adventure. Located close to Port Sudan, the Blue Belt Wreck provides a convenient and accessible dive option for those visiting the area.
Explore the depths of the Red Sea's Toyota Wreck and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring marine world that surrounds it. Discover an underwater paradise with diverse aquatic species and remnants of a fascinating maritime history. Plan your dive at this renowned Sudanese dive site today.
Diving Conditions Score for Blue Belt Wreck
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Blue Belt Wreck
Depth
20m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Blue Belt Wreck
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
39.8 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
28.64km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
37.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Blue Belt Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Blue Belt Wreck
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.499466666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 6.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.636233333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Blue Belt Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Blue Belt Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Blue Belt 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
6:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.76m (5s), Wind: 6.4 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Blue Belt WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Blue Belt 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 Blue Belt Wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Blue Belt Wreck
April
Score: 9.2
October
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Blue Belt Wreck
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
April
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
October
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Blue Belt Wreck
Blue Belt Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (33.6°C) and January the coldest (18.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, 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 18, 2026
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