Salem Express Wreck Dive from Safaga or Soma Bay with Lunch

Duration8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Arabic, Russian, English

Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

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Overview

Dive one of the Red Sea’s most famous and historic shipwrecks on this advanced wreck diving adventure to the Salem Express near Safaga, south of Hurghada. This legendary passenger ferry sank in 1991 and now rests on the seabed between 12 and 30 meters, offering an extraordinary underwater landscape for experienced divers. Explore the massive hull, anchors, decks, and structural features while discovering how marine life has gradually colonized the wreck.

During this full-day guided expedition, you will complete two dives specifically designed for certified advanced divers, combining deep wreck exploration with the thrill of navigating a unique and dramatic underwater environment. With calm Red Sea conditions, excellent visibility, and a professional dive guide ensuring safety and support, the Salem Express wreck offers a rare combination of history, adventure, and immersive underwater discovery — an unforgettable experience for those seeking a true Red Sea wreck dive.

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Salem Express Wreck Dive for Advanced Divers from Hurghada

Pickup included

Full set Equipment Included

Full set equipment rental
Pickup included

What's included

Included Certified professional dive guides
Included Light refreshments and lunch & Hot,Soft Drinks, on board
Included Normal Air Tanks 12 Liters Only, weights, and surface support
Included Two or One guided dives at the Salem Express wreck & Reef Depending on the weathers

Excluded National Park Fees
Excluded Transfer From (Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hashesh, Safaga, El Gouna, Soma bay) Hotels
Excluded Full Set scuba Diving equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, Fins, Mask, dive computer)
Nitrox tanks (12L / 15L available on request)

What to expect

Your day begins with an optional hotel pickup from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, or Soma Bay to the dive center in Safaga. Upon arrival, your professional dive guide provides a briefing covering the history of the Salem Express, the dive route, and safety procedures. Board the boat for a scenic transfer to the wreck site, where calm Red Sea waters provide ideal conditions.

The first dive explores the exterior of the Salem Express, lying on its starboard side at depths between 12 and 30 meters. Glide along the massive hull, observing anchors, lifeboats, deck structures, and reef-colonized sections. After surfacing, enjoy a relaxing break with refreshments and lunch. The second dive revisits key sections of the wreck or nearby reef, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close encounters with marine life.

After completing the dives, return to the dive center, with hotel transfers available if selected. This experience is for certified Advanced Open Water Divers only, ensuring all participants can safely enjoy the historic and visually stunning underwater environment of the Salem Express.

Safaga
Hurghada
Makadi Bay

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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Additional information

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Requires Advanced Open Water or equivalent experience.
Recommended experience with deep diving and buoyancy control

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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