JP Marine · Egypt · 8D/7N
Embark on a unique Red Sea adventure exploring remote and rarely visited dive sites. This expedition takes you to Zabargad, Rocky, St. Johns, and Sataya-Fury Shoal, offering untouched reefs, historical wrecks, and abundant marine life. It's a truly extraordinary itinerary for experienced divers ready to explore the far reaches of the Red Sea. Expect to encounter iconic and rare marine life, including various sharks, barracudas, and tunas, alongside vibrant coral gardens and playful dolphins.
Guests arrive in Marsa Alam, transfer to the boat and settle into their cabins. Following an essential briefing, the evening concludes with dinner onboard, preparing for the adventure ahead.
The day begins with two local dives near Marsa Alam, providing an opportunity for divers to get acquainted with the equipment and conditions. These sites often feature vibrant reef ecosystems. As evening approaches, the vessel embarks on a night navigation towards the remote islands of Rocky and Zabargad.
Today offers four dives around Rocky and Zabargad Islands. Rocky Island is renowned for its dramatic walls, strong currents, and high shark activity, with visibility often reaching up to 80 meters. Zabargad features a lagoon, south coral steps, and north/west walls, with areas untouched for nearly a decade. Grey reef sharks and hammerheads are commonly sighted, along with other pelagics.
Another day dedicated to exploring the rich waters surrounding Rocky and Zabargad Islands with four planned dives. Rocky's morning dives often present unforgettable encounters with grey reef sharks, hammerheads, and various pelagic species along its breathtaking walls. At Zabargad, divers can explore the island's diverse topography, including the historical wreck "Hanka" and rarely visited northern and western walls. Overnight stays here are ideal for exceptional night dives, depending on conditions.
Dive sites: Hanka Wreck
Today features four dives at the renowned St. Johns archipelago. This area is celebrated for its pristine reefs, boasting over 10 individual vibrant reefs, incredible coral diversity, and dramatic drop-offs. St.
Four dives are planned for the Fury Shoal and Sataya regions. This area features iconic sites such as Mother of the Caves, Disneyland, Claudia, Malahy, and Dolphin House, where interactions with dolphins are practically guaranteed. Divers can expect to explore vibrant reef systems and potentially encounter playful spinner dolphins. An optional night dive provides another chance to experience the Red Sea's nocturnal beauty.
Dive sites: Mother of the Caves, Disneyland, Claudia, Malahy, Dolphin House
On the final diving day, two dives are conducted in the Marsa Alam area. These sites often showcase diverse marine ecosystems, providing a last opportunity to observe local reef inhabitants. Following the morning dives, the boat makes its way back to the marina in Marsa Alam, concluding the diving portion of the expedition.
After enjoying a final breakfast onboard, guests check out from the liveaboard. Transfers will be arranged to the airport, marking the end of this Red Sea diving expedition.