Diving with Yousef: Best Secret Highlights of the Red Sea incl. ELBA & Daedalus (Marsa Alam - Marsa Alam)

Sea Friend · Egypt · 12 nights

Duration
12 nights
Embarkation
Marsa Alam, Egypt
Disembarkation
Marsa Alam, Egypt
Dives
Approximately 33 dives in total

About this route

Explore the Red Sea's most coveted highlights on this 12-night liveaboard adventure. This itinerary focuses on pristine dive sites rarely visited by other safari boats, offering an unparalleled diving experience. Guests will discover vibrant reefs and encounter diverse marine life, guided by experienced local fishermen ensuring access to the best spots. The trip promises adventurous exploration, making it ideal for those seeking unique underwater encounters.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Marsa Alam – Embarkation & Welcome

    Today marks the embarkation day in Marsa Alam. Guests are requested to transfer from their chosen hotel or the airport to the vessel. Cabins will be available from 5:00 PM onwards, though early check-in may be arranged in advance.

  2. Day 2: Red Sea – Check Dive & First Dives

    The safari begins with a comprehensive check dive, allowing guests to acclimate to the equipment and conditions. Following a full breakfast onboard, the vessel departs the marina for the first adventure. Two dives are planned around the initial check dive, allowing guests to adjust weights and prepare for the deeper dive sites ahead, with the vessel continuing its journey south.

  3. Day 3: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  4. Day 4: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  5. Day 5: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  6. Day 6: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  7. Day 7: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  8. Day 8: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  9. Day 9: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  10. Day 10: Southern Red Sea – Exploration Dives

    The coming days will be spent exploring various dive sites throughout the southern Red Sea. This region is known for its incredible diversity and pristine conditions, with reefs teeming with corals and a wide array of marine life. The itinerary remains flexible, adapting to weather and currents to ensure the best possible diving experiences, allowing for unique encounters.

  11. Day 11: Elphinstone & Return to the Marina

    Today features a significant dive at Elphinstone Reef, an iconic Red Sea site known for its deep walls and potential for pelagic encounters. After an exhilarating morning dive, the vessel will begin its return journey towards Port Ghalib Marina. Guests will have the option for an evening out, enjoying the local shops and atmosphere before heading back to the boat.

    Dive sites: Elphinstone Reef

  12. Day 12: Check Out & Departure – Marsa Alam

    This day marks the departure from the ship, concluding the liveaboard journey. Guests are kindly requested to vacate their cabins by 10:00 AM. Transfers to the airport or a hotel can be arranged upon request, ensuring a smooth transition for all guests.

  13. Day 13: Disembarkation – Marsa Alam, Egypt

    After breakfast, guests prepare to leave the vessel in Marsa Alam, Egypt with disembarkation 10:00 AM. The crew assists with departure arrangements and onward airport transfers where applicable.

Upcoming departures

  • 2026-10-10 – 2026-10-22from 2,200 EURBook
  • 2026-11-07 – 2026-11-19Book

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