The Special Wreck Route with Salem Express is designed for lovers of great shipwrecks and the underwater history of the Red Sea. This expedition from Sharm el Sheikh takes us to dive into some of the most legendary wrecks in the region.
Among the highlights is the SS Thistlegorm, a World War II ship turned underwater museum, where motorcycles, trucks, and weapons still rest inside its holds. We will also explore the impressive Salem Express, one of the most impactful and historically significant wrecks in the Red Sea.
The route also includes the wrecks of Abu Nuhas reef, known as the "ship graveyard", featuring famous names such as the Carnatic, Ghiannis D, Marcus, and Kimon M, all easily accessible and surrounded by surprising marine biodiversity.
The journey continues to the Strait of Gubal, with dives at iconic sites like the Rosalie Moller, the Bluff Point reef, and other wrecks such as the Barge and the Ulysses, combining historical significance with spectacular marine life.
In summary, we will dive into the most famous and legendary wrecks of the Red Sea, from Sharm el Sheikh to Safaga, on a special expedition that blends history, excitement, and biodiversity in every dive.
Among the highlights is the SS Thistlegorm, a World War II ship turned underwater museum, where motorcycles, trucks, and weapons still rest inside its holds. We will also explore the impressive Salem Express, one of the most impactful and historically significant wrecks in the Red Sea.
The route also includes the wrecks of Abu Nuhas reef, known as the "ship graveyard", featuring famous names such as the Carnatic, Ghiannis D, Marcus, and Kimon M, all easily accessible and surrounded by surprising marine biodiversity.
The journey continues to the Strait of Gubal, with dives at iconic sites like the Rosalie Moller, the Bluff Point reef, and other wrecks such as the Barge and the Ulysses, combining historical significance with spectacular marine life.
In summary, we will dive into the most famous and legendary wrecks of the Red Sea, from Sharm el Sheikh to Safaga, on a special expedition that blends history, excitement, and biodiversity in every dive.
Included in the price:
- Transfers between the airport - boat - airport.
- 7 nights aboard the Bella in a shared double cabin.
- Full board on board including water, soft drinks, tea and coffee.
- Approximately 18/20 dives (3 day and one night).
- Marc and/or Vito as multilingual speaking diving guides.
- Wi-fi on board (depending on area coverage).
Not included in the price:
- Plane Tickets.
- Travel Insurance.
- Entry visa to Egypt and assistance at the airport: €28.
- Marine Park and hyperbaric chamber fees: €70
- Fuel supplement: €65 (to be reconfirmed with the final payment).
- Nitrox: €50 (payment at destination in cash).
- Service TAX: 70€ (payment at destination in cash).
- Diving Insurance.
- Any service not indicated in “the price includes”.
Itinerary:
Saturday
Arrival in Sharm el Sheikh, assistance at the airport by our representative, delivery of the visa, transfer and boarding aboard our Bella fleet. After boarding, briefing with basic safety rules and distribution of cabins. Night on board in the port to begin navigation on Sunday morning.
From Sunday to Friday
Days dedicated to diving in the most important points of the Red Sea. Between 3 and 4 dives are carried out daily, except for the first and last day with an approximate total of between 18 and 20 dives.
Some of the diving spots to highlight are:
Some of the diving spots to highlight are:
- Giannis D
- Carnatic
- Kimon M
- Rosalie Moller
- Anemone City
- Shark & Yolanda Reef
- Ras Ghozlani
- Jack Fish Alley
- Ras Za’attar
- Dunraven
- Thistlegorm
- Kingston
Friday-Saturday
Arrival at the port in the middle of the afternoon with free time to get to know the city and shop. At the agreed time and depending on the flights, pick-up at the boat and transfer to the airport. End of trip and our services.
The described route may undergo changes due to weather effects, sea state and decisions of the captain or port authorities.
Our priority will always be safety on board.
These prices have been calculated based on the exchange rates, transportation rates, fuel costs and fees and taxes applicable on this date.
The variation in the price of the aforementioned elements may give rise to the revision of the final price of the trip.
Due to local regulations, your diving qualification will set both the maximum depth limit and the type of dives you can do.
To be able to do all the dives you will need an advanced diver qualification or similar. Check out our onboard courses.
Our priority will always be safety on board.
These prices have been calculated based on the exchange rates, transportation rates, fuel costs and fees and taxes applicable on this date.
The variation in the price of the aforementioned elements may give rise to the revision of the final price of the trip.
Due to local regulations, your diving qualification will set both the maximum depth limit and the type of dives you can do.
To be able to do all the dives you will need an advanced diver qualification or similar. Check out our onboard courses.
The Wreck & Reef Route in detail in video:
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Featured dive points:
S.S Thistlegorm
Ghiannis D
Carnatic
Without a doubt the wreck par excellence and for many the most anticipated moment of the week, especially our famous night. A “Must”, this mythical wreck sunk in 1941 during the Second World War and which could be considered almost like a museum, has an unusual amount of life (schools of JackFish, tuna, bat fish, nudibranchs, crocodile fish )… all covered by a mantle of colored corals. It is a wreck with very easy access to its interior where we will find rifles, motorcycles, trucks... that make us feel part of its history.
Over the years, the Abu Nuhas reef has caused real havoc to those who ventured to sail the seas near it during storms. An authentic cemetery of shipwrecks where we find some of the most famous of the Red Sea. The Ghiannis D was no exception. The most recent of the Abu Nuhas wrecks gives us the opportunity to enter one of the most famous and photographed engine rooms, as well as have the possibility of receiving a visit from the most curious family of dolphins in the area, forcing us to many times thanks to his kindness we forget about such a spectacular wreck.
The oldest wreck of Abu Nuhas, a true myth in the Red Sea. The passing of the years has taken its toll on its hull, but it has served it as well as the wine it transported, turning its wooden hull into a garden of soft coral and life that is practically impossible to find on any other wreck. Its depth at a maximum of 27 meters, and its easy navigation, guarantees a pleasant, long dive, and the setting for videos and photographs that will be recorded in your mind.
