Dive directory page with advanced-dive labeling, artificial-reef detail, visibility, current, and marine life.
Advanced boat wreck dive with open corridors and reef life.
Advanced boat wreck dive with open corridors and reef life.
Salvatierra Ferry Wreck is a boat-accessed wreck dive near La Paz with open passenger spaces, coral-encrusted steel, and an artificial-reef profile that attracts dense fish life. The wreck sits near Swanne Reef and is a classic Sea of Cortez wreck for advanced divers.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m
Depth Note
The wreck is typically dived around 20 m / 65 ft and lies near Swanne Reef on a sandy bottom.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Boat dive, clear Sea of Cortez water, mild to moderate current, and a single wreck profile with open corridors and exterior reef life.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay organized around the wreck, keep track of your exit path, and avoid treating the interior spaces like an open reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat only. Best for advanced divers comfortable with wreck navigation, buoyancy control, and basic gas planning.
Legal Notes
Follow La Paz operator briefings and wreck-diving procedures; the site is normally reached by guided boat.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided boat wreck dive with open passenger spaces, corridors, and exterior structure to explore.
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
Dive directory page with advanced-dive labeling, artificial-reef detail, visibility, current, and marine life.
Trip report noting the Salvatierra Shipwreck on a short boat ride as part of a standard La Paz dive day.
Operator page covering year-round wreck access, boat logistics, and the 20 m / 65 ft depth listing.
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