Zaida Wreck
Originally, there is a dhow filled with a cargo of sand that sank in 2004. Having dived on it 6 months later, we discovered an abundance of fish already inhabiting the wreck. To enhance the diving experience, we intentionally sank two additional wrecks nearby. The first wreck, known as the "Madavoile," belongs to the ancestor's family, while the other wreck, named "Madirokely," belongs to the Tamarin family's jewelry. This dive site in the waters of Diana, Antsiranana Province, Madagascar offers an impressive variety of marine life, including scorpion fish, moray eel, crocodile fish, stone fish, school of snapper, barracuda, tazard, and jackfish. With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 27m, this dive spot is recommended for advanced and expert divers. Discover a captivating underwater world in the stunning country of Madagascar.
Diving Conditions Score for Zaida Wreck
7.8
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Zaida Wreck
Depth
27m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Zaida Wreck
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
8.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
44.86km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
5.8s
Air Temperature
23.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Zaida Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Zaida Wreck
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.66681592039801/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.252222222222223/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Zaida Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Zaida Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Zaida 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: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.7m (6.7s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Zaida WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Zaida 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 Zaida Wreck
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Zaida Wreck
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Zaida Wreck
Water Temp
21.3°C / 70.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Zaida Wreck
Zaida Wreck follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.3°C) and December the coldest (17.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 21, 2026
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