Cedar Pride Shipwreck

The Cedar Pride was a Spanish cargo ship built in 1964, originally named the M/S San Bruno. Her life at sea came to an abrupt end in 1982 when a devastating fire broke out in the engine room while she was anchored at the port of Aqaba. Declared a total loss, the damaged vessel was abandoned for several years until the burgeoning dive community in Dahab saw an opportunity. With the support of the Egyptian authorities and even Prince Abdullah of Jordan, the wreck was purchased, cleaned of hazards, and deliberately scuttled in 1985 to create an artificial reef.

Today, the Cedar Pride rests on her port side across two reefs, at a maximum depth of around 30 meters. The wreck is a spectacular sight, covered in a vibrant blanket of soft and hard corals that have colonized its structure over the decades. Divers can explore the main deck, peer into the cargo holds, and swim through the bridge. The most iconic feature is the crow's nest, which provides a stunning photographic silhouette against the deep blue of the Red Sea. The wreck is teeming with marine life, including schools of glassfish, lionfish, and the occasional Napoleon wrasse, making it one of the most beloved and rewarding dives in Dahab.