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Salem Express Wreck Dive for Advanced Divers from Hurghada

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Salem Express Wreck Dive for Advanced Divers from Hurghada
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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.

How this compares

Hurghada · 1044 Water Activities · typical ~2,021 EGP · 6,871 EGPpremium pick

What's included

  • Two guided dives at the Salem Express wreck
  • Certified professional diving guide
  • Tanks, weights, and surface support
  • Optional hotel pickup and drop-off (Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay)
  • Light refreshments and lunch on board
  • Pre-dive safety briefing and dive planning
  • Full Set scuba equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, dive computer) If selected at checkout
  • National Park Fees
  • Round Trip From (Makadi, Sahl hashesh, Safaga, El Gouna, Soma bay)

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Safaga
  2. 2
    Hurghada
  3. 3
    Makadi Bay

Frequently asked questions

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Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Two guided dives at the Salem Express wreck · Certified professional diving guide · Tanks, weights, and surface support · Optional hotel pickup and drop-off (Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay) · Light refreshments and lunch on board · Pre-dive safety briefing and dive planning · Full Set scuba equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, dive computer) If selected at checkout
6,871 EGP/ per person
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