Year-round temperature and visibility context.
Deep upright wreck dive in Salvador's bay.
Deep upright wreck dive in Salvador's bay.
Ho Mei III is a deep Salvador wreck that rests upright on the bay floor after breaking free from its moorings and sinking. The wreck stands as a clear ship-shaped profile rather than a broken scatter, which makes it a strong choice for experienced divers who want a depth-managed wreck with lots of fish activity around the structure. Plan it as a certified boat dive in Salvador's bay, with good visibility and warm water doing most of the work.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
33m - 39m
Depth Note
The wreck rests upright in the 33-39 m band.
Best Season
Year-round, with June through August often bringing the coolest water and stronger regional fish activity.
Typical Conditions
Warm-water wreck diving in a bay setting, with moderate depth, boat access, and visibility that shifts with local conditions.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Treat the wreck as a depth-managed boat dive, watch your buoyancy around the structure, and keep an eye on nearby bay traffic on the surface.
Access Restrictions
Boat access through Salvador operators is the normal route, and the wreck should be dived with certified local professionals.
Legal Notes
Follow the operator's plan and local maritime guidance for the bay, especially around access and surface traffic.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Deep wreck dive with the wreck standing upright in the 33-39 m range.
Freediving
Not a freediving site; the wreck depth and boat access make scuba the appropriate mode.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the right fit; the interesting structure sits below comfortable snorkel range.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Year-round temperature and visibility context.
Depth, suitability, and season context.
Official Bahia glossary entry for the wreck.
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