Salem Express

The Salem Express is a 100m/328ft long passenger and vehicle ferry that sank in 1991 after colliding with the Hyndman reef. The wreck lies on her starboard side near the Hyndman reef at a depth between 12 and 30 meters. The top of the wreck is located at only 10m/32ft of depth, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels. The bow and the screws of the ship are completely intact and the wreck is surrounded by marine life. Divers can explore the propellers, corridors, upper decks, the restaurant, and the bridge, as well as find passenger luggage such as rolls of carpet, stereos, bicycles, and chairs in and near the wreck. The coral coverage and marine life at the site are good. The Salem Express was a roll on/roll off passenger ferry with a weight of 4471 tons. It was built in 1966 and had an 8 cylinder diesel engine with 11,100 KW. The boatyard was Forges & Ateliers et Chantiers de Mediterranee in Marseille, France, and the shipping company was Lord Maritime in Egypt. Divers should be cautious of boat traffic and use a surface buoy if necessary.