Sea Serpent · Egypt · 7 nights
Embark on an exhilarating Red Sea diving cruise exploring the legendary Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone reefs. This itinerary takes you to spectacular offshore marine parks, renowned for their breathtaking wall dives and diverse pelagic encounters. Expect vibrant coral formations, dramatic drop-offs, and the chance to spot various shark species and other magnificent marine life. This journey promises an unforgettable underwater adventure through some of Egypt's most pristine dive sites.
Guests are welcomed aboard in Port Ghalib, with check-in commencing from 5 pm. Settle into your cabins, meet the crew, and prepare for the exciting diving adventure ahead. The evening includes dinner and a general briefing about the liveaboard and the upcoming itinerary.
Today's diving focuses on the Brother Islands, a marine park located about 50 nautical miles offshore. These two undersea mountains offer breathtaking wall dives around their perimeters, providing opportunities to encounter a wide variety of pelagic species. The walls are adorned with soft corals, black corals, and fan coral forests, creating a vibrant underwater landscape.
Dive sites: Brother Islands, Big Brother
The exploration of the Brother Islands continues. Divers delve into the historical wrecks of the Aida II and Numidia. These Egyptian vessels lie on the walls of Big Brother and are now covered in a rich tapestry of soft and hard corals, offering a fascinating dive experience. Divers explore these submerged relics amidst the stunning coral growth.
Dive sites: Brother Islands, Big Brother, Aida II wreck, Numidia wreck
The journey proceeds to Daedalus Reef, another remote marine park featuring an iconic lighthouse. This large oval reef boasts some of the most stunning diving in the Red Sea, characterized by huge and pristine hard coral formations and extensive walls. The area is renowned for its strong currents, attracting significant pelagic action, including schooling hammerheads.
Dive sites: Daedalus Reef
Exploration of Daedalus Reef continues. The reef is known for its vibrant marine ecosystem and the potential for exciting encounters. Divers frequently spot thresher sharks, manta rays, and whale sharks circling the reef walls. The combination of its offshore location and rich coral life makes it a prime spot for observing large pelagic fish and unique Red Sea species.
Dive sites: Daedalus Reef
The diving safari culminates at Elphinstone Reef, a truly legendary Red Sea dive site known for its dramatic north and south plateaus and extensive walls. These walls are richly covered in colorful soft corals, creating a visually stunning backdrop for encounters with various marine life. The reef is particularly famous for its resident hammerhead and grey reef sharks.
Dive sites: Elphinstone Reef
Enjoy a final day of diving at Elphinstone Reef, making the most of its incredible underwater landscapes. The site often offers unexpected encounters, and its diverse topography and abundant marine life ensure a memorable conclusion to the diving portion of the trip. After the last dives, the vessel begins its journey back to Hurghada.
Dive sites: Elphinstone Reef
Guests disembark in Hurghada after breakfast or by the latest noon, bringing an end to this incredible Red Sea diving adventure. Transfers to the airport or onward travel arrangements will be facilitated.