Emperor Asmaa · Egypt · 7 nights
The Southern Solitude route offers an exceptional dive experience in the Red Sea, focusing on iconic sites like Elphinstone and Daedalus, alongside the tranquil, rarely-dived reefs of Rocky and Zabargad. Divers will explore a diverse range of marine life across stunning reef systems and deep walls. This itinerary is designed to maximize underwater encounters by strategically staying off port on the last night, allowing for more diving opportunities. The trip aims to provide the best chance to dive with fewer people around, offering a more serene experience.
Guests are required to arrive at the designated airport for check-in on this day, where a representative will greet them and provide details for boarding the boat. Upon arrival, check-in to the vessel is scheduled for 18:00, allowing time to settle into cabins before the trip begins.
Today begins the journey from Port Ghalib, heading towards the Elphinstone area. This region is known for its vibrant 300-meter long reef, featuring colorful pink and red soft corals and clear waters. The itinerary also includes visits to some of the quieter, rarely-dived sites of Rocky and Zabargad, ensuring a less crowded diving experience. Divers can expect dynamic walls and drop-offs, with opportunities to encounter diverse marine life.
Today begins the journey from Port Ghalib, heading towards the Elphinstone area. This region is known for its vibrant 300-meter long reef, featuring colorful pink and red soft corals and clear waters. The itinerary also includes visits to some of the quieter, rarely-dived sites of Rocky and Zabargad, ensuring a less crowded diving experience. Divers can expect dynamic walls and drop-offs, with opportunities to encounter diverse marine life.
Today begins the journey from Port Ghalib, heading towards the Elphinstone area. This region is known for its vibrant 300-meter long reef, featuring colorful pink and red soft corals and clear waters. The itinerary also includes visits to some of the quieter, rarely-dived sites of Rocky and Zabargad, ensuring a less crowded diving experience. Divers can expect dynamic walls and drop-offs, with opportunities to encounter diverse marine life.
Today begins the journey from Port Ghalib, heading towards the Elphinstone area. This region is known for its vibrant 300-meter long reef, featuring colorful pink and red soft corals and clear waters. The itinerary also includes visits to some of the quieter, rarely-dived sites of Rocky and Zabargad, ensuring a less crowded diving experience. Divers can expect dynamic walls and drop-offs, with opportunities to encounter diverse marine life.
Today begins the journey from Port Ghalib, heading towards the Elphinstone area. This region is known for its vibrant 300-meter long reef, featuring colorful pink and red soft corals and clear waters. The itinerary also includes visits to some of the quieter, rarely-dived sites of Rocky and Zabargad, ensuring a less crowded diving experience. Divers can expect dynamic walls and drop-offs, with opportunities to encounter diverse marine life.
On the last diving day, two dives are scheduled in the morning, adhering to the 24-hour no-fly rule. The vessel will return to port around 1:00 PM, allowing time for evening-time packing of dive equipment, settling outstanding bills, and visiting the marina. Guests will prepare for their departure or hotel stay.
Check-out takes place early morning on the day of disembarkation, with all guests departing by midday. The final dive of the trip was on the penultimate day, allowing divers to adhere to the necessary waiting period before flying.