Blue Horizon · Egypt · 8D/7N
Explore the iconic dive sites of the Red Sea on this exceptional liveaboard journey, visiting the renowned Brothers Islands, the remote Daedalus Reef, and the breathtaking Elphinstone. This itinerary promises encounters with abundant pelagic marine life, vibrant coral reefs, and challenging drift dives. Divers will have the opportunity to discover deep drop-offs, stunning wall dives, and potentially encounter various shark species. The trip offers a perfect blend of spectacular underwater scenery and thrilling pelagic action.
Embarkation begins at 18:00, welcoming guests aboard in Hurghada. Following cabin allocation, there will be dinner and important orientation briefings to prepare for the exciting week of diving ahead.
The day focuses on local check dives near the embarkation port, ensuring divers are comfortable and gear is functioning correctly. Typically, three dives are conducted, including a morning check dive, a practice zodiac dive, and either a sunset or night dive, before the vessel heads out to the marine parks.
Today marks the beginning of diving in the Brothers Islands, renowned for their incredible marine biodiversity and challenging conditions. Divers can expect up to three dives, focusing on exploring the vibrant walls and exhilarating drift currents that characterize these remote offshore pinnacles. Big Brother hosts a historic lighthouse and two impressive wrecks, while Little Brother is an explosion of soft corals. Continuing the exploration of the Brothers Islands, divers will typically undertake up to three dives. The focus remains on discovering the rich marine life around these isolated reefs, known for their strong currents and opportunities for pelagic encounters. Key attractions include the wrecks of the Numidia and Aida at Big Brother, alongside the spectacular soft coral gardens of Little Brother.
Today marks the beginning of diving in the Brothers Islands, renowned for their incredible marine biodiversity and challenging conditions. Divers can expect up to three dives, focusing on exploring the vibrant walls and exhilarating drift currents that characterize these remote offshore pinnacles. Big Brother hosts a historic lighthouse and two impressive wrecks, while Little Brother is an explosion of soft corals. Continuing the exploration of the Brothers Islands, divers will typically undertake up to three dives. The focus remains on discovering the rich marine life around these isolated reefs, known for their strong currents and opportunities for pelagic encounters. Key attractions include the wrecks of the Numidia and Aida at Big Brother, alongside the spectacular soft coral gardens of Little Brother.
The vessel moves to Daedalus Reef, an isolated offshore pinnacle characterized by its deep drop-offs and strong currents. Divers can expect up to three challenging dives, with the reef being a popular spot for schooling hammerhead sharks, grey reef sharks, and oceanic whitetips. Vibrant hard corals and schooling fish add to the spectacle of this remote wonder.
The day typically involves up to three dives, continuing the exploration of Daedalus Reef in the morning before heading towards Elphinstone Reef. Daedalus offers deep walls and the chance to encounter multiple shark species. Following this, the focus shifts to Elphinstone, celebrated for its spectacular drop-offs, vibrant soft and hard corals, and frequent sightings of oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads, and grey reef sharks.
The final full day of diving often includes two relaxed morning dives around Elphinstone Reef, offering another chance to experience its iconic walls and diverse marine life. Following these dives, the boat cruises towards the disembarkation area. Guests can enjoy an evening ashore to experience local hospitality and purchase souvenirs.
Enjoy breakfast onboard, marking the end of your liveaboard adventure. Disembarkation occurs between 09:00 and 10:00, allowing guests to make their way for onward travel.