Sea Serpent Contessa · Egypt · 8D7N
Embark on an unforgettable liveaboard journey through Egypt's renowned Red Sea, exploring the legendary Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone, departing from Hurghada and concluding in Port Ghalib. This route is celebrated for its healthy coral formations and the exciting chance to encounter pelagic wonders like oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads, and thresher sharks. Expect vibrant reef walls teeming with schooling fish, graceful manta rays, and the occasional playful dolphin, all set against a backdrop of dramatic underwater topography.
Upon arrival in Hurghada, guests will check in onboard after 5 PM. Enjoy dinner and spend the first night in the marina, settling into your cabin and preparing for the week of diving.
The diving adventure begins with two dives in the Hurghada area, offering a taste of the Red Sea's vibrant reefs. A night dive is also planned before the vessel starts its overnight journey towards the renowned Brothers Islands.
Today focuses on three dives around Big Brother Island, a world-class dive site known for its dramatic walls and vibrant marine life. Divers can explore the wrecks of the Aida II and Numidia, which are now covered in beautiful soft and hard corals, while keeping an eye out for larger pelagic species.
Dive sites: Big Brother Island, Aida II Wreck, Numidia Wreck
Three dives are scheduled at Small Brother Island, offering further opportunities to explore the rich marine ecosystem of the Brothers. After the dives, the boat will begin its overnight sail towards Daedalus Reef, continuing the journey to remote dive sites.
Dive sites: Small Brother Island
Spend the day with three dives at Daedalus Reef, one of the most offshore and untouched reefs in the Red Sea. Known for its extensive hard coral formations and stunning wall dives, Daedalus offers excellent chances to spot schooling hammerhead sharks and other large pelagics. Following the dives, the vessel will sail overnight to Elphinstone.
Dive sites: Daedalus Reef
This day features 2-3 dives at the legendary Elphinstone Reef, famous for its dramatic drop-offs and the possibility of encountering oceanic whitetip sharks. The north and south plateaus are covered in soft corals, creating a vibrant ecosystem. A possible night dive near the coast of Marsa Alam may also be offered.
Dive sites: Elphinstone Reef
Enjoy two final dives in the Marsa Alam area, exploring its diverse reef systems. Afterwards, the boat will return to Port Ghalib, where guests will spend their last night onboard, reflecting on their Red Sea adventure.
After breakfast, guests will check out from the liveaboard in Port Ghalib and be transferred to the airport for their departure.
No departures scheduled for this route right now.