Main deck around 70 ft, sand around 90 ft, coral growth, goliath grouper, and advanced/deep-experience requirement.
Charter wreck dive on a Key West artificial reef.
Charter wreck dive on a Key West artificial reef.
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Cayman Salvager (Wreck) is a boat dive off Key West on a mature steel wreck that has become a productive artificial reef. It suits experienced wreck divers who want a deeper, guided charter profile with good current discipline, careful gas planning, and a mooring-line descent that keeps the dive organized. Coral growth, clear-water visibility, and steady marine life make it a strong photographer's wreck.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 27m
Depth Note
The wreck sits in a 65-90 ft band, with the main deck around 70 ft and the sand around 90 ft.
Best Season
November through May
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use a guide or divemaster; challenging current and deeper water make this a true wreck dive.
Access Restrictions
Advanced certification or proof of recent deep-dive experience below 60 ft is required.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The main deck sits around 70 ft and the sand around 90 ft, so Nitrox and careful gas planning are helpful.
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.
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Research Sources
Main deck around 70 ft, sand around 90 ft, coral growth, goliath grouper, and advanced/deep-experience requirement.
Official tourism summary with 70-90 ft range, excellent visibility, and challenging currents.
Boat access from Key West, 90 ft water, rich sea life, popular wreck, and photography-oriented profile.
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