M/Y Queen Sherry · Egypt · 8D/7N
Embark on a thrilling Red Sea adventure, the Pelagic Trail, focusing on large marine encounters. This itinerary explores renowned dive sites like Daedalus, Elphinstone, and Fury Shoal, known for their vibrant ecosystems and unpredictable currents. Divers can expect to encounter various shark species, including hammerheads and oceanic whitetips, alongside barracudas, tunas, and abundant reef fish. The trip also offers unique opportunities to spot dolphins in their natural habitat, making it a comprehensive and exciting dive experience.
Day one involves transfer to the liveaboard, settling into your accommodation, and a comprehensive briefing from the crew. This allows divers to get acquainted with the vessel and prepare for the exciting week of diving ahead.
Today features 2-3 dives in the Marsa Alam area. While specific sites vary, this region is known for its diverse coral reefs and is often a good starting point to observe various reef fish and smaller marine life before heading to more pelagic sites.
Expect 3-4 dives at Daedalus Reef, a remote offshore reef recognized for its pelagic action and strong currents. The area is known for frequent sightings of hammerhead sharks and oceanic whitetip sharks, especially around its rich wall and plateau formations. The clear waters often offer excellent visibility for observing these magnificent creatures.
Another day dedicated to exploring Daedalus Reef, with 3-4 dives allowing further opportunities for shark encounters and drift diving along its impressive walls. The northern and southern plateaus are particularly famous for schooling hammerheads in the early morning, while oceanic whitetips often patrol the open water. Expect strong currents and abundant marine life.
Today features 4 dives at Sataya-Fury Shoal, a region renowned for its pristine coral gardens, caves, and vibrant reef systems. The area is famously known as 'Dolphin House' due to a large lagoon where pods of dolphins are frequently sighted, making it a highlight for both divers and snorkelers. Dive sites such as Maksur and Claudia offer stunning reef exploration.
Dive sites: Maksur, Claudia, Malahy, Abu Galawa
Continue exploring the diverse sites of Sataya-Fury Shoal with 4 dives, focusing on its unique reef formations, underwater caves, and rich marine biodiversity. The region's clear waters provide excellent conditions for observing colorful corals and an array of reef fish. Opportunities to encounter dolphins at Dolphin House are also possible.
Dive sites: Maksur, Claudia, Malahy, Abu Galawa
The penultimate day brings 2 dives at the iconic Elphinstone Reef, a world-class dive site north of Marsa Alam. Known for its unpredictable but rewarding currents, Elphinstone features dramatic walls and two plateaus. It is a prime location for spotting large pelagic fish, including various sharks and schooling barracuda. The southern plateau descends to 40 meters, offering intriguing deep-sea exploration.
Today marks the check-out from the boat at 08:00. Guests will then transfer to the airport, with the group bus scheduled to reach Hurghada around 13:00. This concludes the exciting Pelagic Trail diving adventure.