Alia Soul · Egypt · 7N
Explore the Red Sea's northern legendary dive sites, including the dramatic walls of the Brother's Islands, the vibrant reefs of Daedalus, and the stunning Elphinstone. This route promises thrilling drift dives, deep walls, and encounters with large pelagic species. Divers can anticipate seeing oceanic whitetips, thresher sharks, hammerheads, and manta rays. Coupled with rich coral gardens and diverse reef life, these expeditions offer breathtaking underwater landscapes for all experience levels.
Upon arrival at Port Ghalib, guests will check in to the liveaboard. The first day is dedicated to settling in, with an overnight stay comfortably moored in the harbor. This provides an opportunity to get acquainted with the vessel and prepare for the journey ahead.
Today begins with a visit to Abu Dabab and Marsa Trombe, renowned for their diverse marine life. After a day of exploring these vibrant dive areas, the boat will embark on an overnight cruise, heading towards the next exciting destination. This journey offers a transition into the deeper Red Sea experience.
Dive sites: Abu Dabab, Marsa Trombe
The vessel reaches The Brothers Islands, a premier Red Sea destination famous for its dramatic drop-offs and pelagic action. Divers will have the opportunity to spot oceanic whitetips, thresher sharks, and large tuna. An overnight stay at this iconic location allows for extended exploration of its renowned dive sites.
Dive sites: The Brothers Islands
Another day is dedicated to the magnificent Brothers Islands, offering more opportunities to experience its thrilling drift dives and deep walls. The area is known for its diverse reef life and stunning underwater topography. The day concludes with an overnight trip from the Brothers, continuing the journey.
Dive sites: The Brothers Islands
Today marks the arrival at Daedalus Reef, a remote offshore reef recognized for its exceptional pelagic encounters. This site offers a high chance to see schooling hammerheads and occasional manta rays. Divers will enjoy exploring its pristine coral gardens and deep walls, with an overnight stay allowing for multiple dives.
Dive sites: Daedalus Reef
The morning is spent continuing to explore Daedalus Reef, taking advantage of its reputation for vibrant coral gardens and diverse reef life. After exhilarating dives, the boat embarks on an overnight cruise back towards Abu Dabab. This transition allows for a change of scenery and different dive experiences.
Dive sites: Daedalus Reef, Abu Dabab
The final day of diving takes place at Elphinstone Reef, a legendary Red Sea site known for its stunning coral walls and the potential for sightings of oceanic whitetips and grey reef sharks. This site is particularly famous for its dramatic topography and abundant marine life. The day concludes with an overnight stay in the harbor at Port Ghalib.
Dive sites: Elphinstone Reef
On the final morning, guests will check out from the liveaboard in Port Ghalib. This marks the end of the Red Sea diving adventure, with departure following breakfast. Divers are reminded to allow 24 hours before flying after their last dive.