DUNE Titan · Egypt · 8D7N
Embark on a classic Southern Red Sea adventure exploring the remote and legendary reefs of St. John's, departing from Port Ghalib. This itinerary is packed with diverse underwater landscapes, from the intricate cave systems and swim-throughs of St. John's to the dramatic drop-offs of Habili Ali, famous for attracting large pelagic species. The journey also includes the vibrant coral gardens of Fury Shoals and a chance to snorkel with spinner dolphins at Sataya Reef. Expect encounters with reef sharks, napoleon wrasse, and possibly even oceanic whitetips or hammerheads in the blue. The trip is suitable for Open Water divers with at least 20 logged dives, with guided supervision available for those with less experience.
Port Ghalib, Red Sea
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative and transferred to the boat in the Port Ghalib marina. Once onboard, you can check into your cabin, get acquainted with the vessel, and settle in for the start of your Red Sea diving safari.
Good to know: Airport transfer | Cabin check-in | Welcome briefing
Marsa Alam Coast, Red Sea
The day begins with a comprehensive briefing on the week's itinerary and boat safety procedures. After a short sail, you'll perform a check-dive on a local reef. Following lunch, a second dive is made at a site like Gota Sharm before the boat begins the overnight journey south towards the St. John's reef system, crossing the Tropic of Cancer en route.
Dive sites: Gota Sharm
Good to know: Safety and itinerary briefing | Two dives | Overnight sail to St. John's
Saint John's, Southern Red Sea
You arrive at the vast St. John's reef system at dawn. This remote area offers a huge variety of topographies and world-class diving. Throughout the day, you will complete three dives on sites chosen by your guide based on the day's conditions, exploring vibrant coral gardens and walls teeming with life. The vessel will moor in a sheltered spot for a peaceful night.
Good to know: Three dives scheduled | Sites are selected based on weather | Overnight mooring at a sheltered reef
Saint John's, Southern Red Sea
Another full day is dedicated to exploring the highlights of St. John's. The plan may include dives at renowned sites like Habili Ali and Habili Gafaar, which are submerged reefs with deep drop-offs falling into the blue. These sites are magnets for pelagic life, so keep an eye out for sharks, large tuna, and the occasional visiting manta ray or hammerhead.
Dive sites: Habili Ali, Habili Gafaar
Good to know: Diving on deep walls and plateaus | Excellent chances for pelagic encounters | Three dives scheduled
St. John's & Fury Shoals, Southern Red Sea
After a final morning dive at St. John's, often at the legendary cave system of Um Kararim, the boat heads north to Fury Shoals. The destination is Sataya, also known as Dolphin House, where you may have the chance to snorkel with a resident pod of spinner dolphins. A dusk or night dive on the reef concludes the day's underwater activities, with the boat anchoring at Sataya for the night.
Dive sites: Um Kararim, St. John's Caves, Sataya Reef (Dolphin House)
Good to know: Final dive in St. John's | Transit to Fury Shoals | Snorkeling with dolphins | Dusk or night dive
Fury Shoals, Southern Red Sea
If missed the day before, the morning offers another opportunity to snorkel with dolphins. This is followed by two dives on the stunning and varied reefs of Fury Shoals, known for their pristine coral gardens. After lunch, the boat begins a five-hour sail north to Sheleneyat, where a third dive is planned for dusk or after dark. In the evening, the crew hosts a special Egyptian-themed event.
Dive sites: Sheleneyat
Good to know: Two dives in Fury Shoals | Long sailing portion in the afternoon | Dusk or night dive | Egyptian night party
Marsa Alam, Red Sea
The boat makes a short morning sail to the first dive site of the day. After breakfast, you'll cruise north for about two hours to the Marsa Alam area for the final dive of the trip, potentially at a site like Marsa Mubarak, famous for its resident dugongs and turtles. Afterwards, you can rinse your gear during the final 30-minute journey back to Port Ghalib, arriving around 2:00 PM and enjoying a final afternoon at leisure.
Dive sites: Marsa Mubarak, Abu Dabab
Good to know: Two final dives | Return to port in the early afternoon | Rinse dive gear | Free time ashore
Port Ghalib, Red Sea
Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking. You will then be transferred to the airport for your journey home or to a local hotel, taking with you memories of the incredible diving in Egypt's Southern Red Sea.
Good to know: Final breakfast onboard | Disembarkation | Airport transfer