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Calling all highly experienced divers!
Extra Fun Diving Club invites you on a challenging and awe-inspiring underwater expedition to explore the iconic Salem Express wreck in the Red Sea.
This massive ferry resting on the seabed offers a thrilling technical dive experience, historical intrigue, and encounters with diverse marine life.
The Salem Express wreck is specifically suited for highly experienced divers with minimum Advanced Diver certification and extensive diving experience.
Due to its depth (reaching up to 40 meters) and intricate passageways, exploring the Salem Express safely requires exceptional diving skills and a meticulous approach.
Our team of expert diving guides will ensure a comprehensive and safe dive experience, tailored to your qualifications and interests.
The Salem Express holds a tragic past. Originally built in France, this ferry tragically sank in 1991 on its way from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Safaga, Egypt, reportedly overloaded with pilgrims returning from Hajj.
Thankfully, with the help of the Red Sea Diving Club’s commitment to responsible diving practices and respect for the site’s history, the Salem Express wreck has become a haven for marine life while serving as a somber reminder of maritime safety.
As you descend towards the Salem Express, expect to encounter a captivating underwater world.
The intricate superstructures and decks offer opportunities for technical divers to navigate various sections of the wreck, encountering vibrant coral formations and diverse marine life.
Schools of colorful fish weave through the wreckage, while larger marine life like sharks or rays might be encountered depending on the season.
At Extra Fun Diving Club, your safety and an exceptional dive experience are our top priorities.
Our team of highly qualified and experienced diving guides possess an intimate knowledge of the Salem Express wreck and the surrounding underwater environment.
They will provide comprehensive pre-dive briefings, meticulously plan each dive considering gas mixtures and decompression requirements and guide you through the wreck with the utmost professionalism, ensuring a safe and awe-inspiring underwater adventure.
The Red Sea surrounding the Salem Express wreck is a flourishing marine ecosystem.
While exploring the wreck, expect encounters with vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful fish species. Schools of playful dolphins and majestic manta rays are also frequent visitors to this area.
Experience the Thrill of the Salem Express Wreck:
Are you a highly experienced diver seeking an unforgettable underwater challenge?
Contact Extra Fun Diving Club today to discuss your Salem Express wreck diving experience.
This tour is designed for experienced divers only. Minimum requirements include Advanced Diver certification (or equivalent) and extensive diving experience. Due to the wreck's depth and complexity, a strong understanding of diving procedures and excellent diving skills are essential for a safe and enjoyable experience.
This tour focuses on technical diving on the Salem Express wreck, reaching depths of up to 40 meters. Our expert diving guides will ensure a comprehensive pre-dive briefing, meticulously plan each dive considering gas mixtures and decompression requirements and guide you through the wreck with the utmost professionalism.
We provide convenient roundtrip transportation from your hotel. The journey to the dive site involves a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle ride to the port, followed by a scenic boat cruise on the Red Sea for approximately 2 hours. Enjoy a cup of tea and refreshments onboard the boat during the cruise.
A delicious lunch buffet is served onboard the dive boat in between your dives. We offer a variety of options to cater to different dietary preferences. Please inform us in advance of any specific dietary requirements you might have.
We provide all necessary technical diving equipment, including tanks, weights, BCDs, regulators, and rebreathers (if applicable). However, we recommend bringing your mask, fins, and any personal diving gear you prefer for optimal comfort and familiarity.
Absolutely! Capturing the historical significance and diverse marine life around the Salem Express wreck is a fantastic way to document your diving adventure. Please ensure your camera is in a waterproof housing suitable for technical diving depths.
You don't, But better to Dive with Nitrox in this wreck, and we offer it for free if you are Nitrox certified.
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