Sea Serpent · Egypt · 7N
This Red Sea diving itinerary combines an exploration of the region's famous wrecks with stunning wall and coral garden reef diving. Divers will explore the renowned Abu Nuhas, known as the Ships' Graveyard, home to four historic shipwrecks. The journey also includes visits to the iconic SS Thistlegorm and the recently discovered Rosalie Moeller. Beyond the wrecks, the trip offers vibrant reef dives in Ras Mohamed National Park and the Straits of Tiran, showcasing abundant marine life and diverse coral formations.
Arrival and check-in onboard the liveaboard is scheduled after 5 PM. Guests will enjoy dinner and spend the first night on board in the New Marina Hurghada, settling into their cabins and preparing for the week of diving.
The day begins with departure around 9-10 AM from Hurghada. Two check dives are planned near Hurghada at Shaab el Erg, also known as Dolphin House, an area famed for its resident dolphin pods and vibrant reef ecosystems. A possible night dive in Abu Nuhas offers a chance to explore its famous wrecks under the cover of darkness.
Dive sites: Shaab el Erg/Dolphin House, Abu Nuhas
Today features 2-3 dives around Abu Nuhas, an area famously dubbed the 'Ships' Graveyard' due to its concentration of well-preserved wrecks. These sites offer fantastic photography opportunities amidst vibrant coral growth. Following the dives, the vessel will sail towards the Straits of Tiran, a renowned dive region known for its magnificent reef formations.
Dive sites: Abu Nuhas wrecks, Carnatic
Three dives are scheduled today on the iconic Straits of Tiran Islands. This area is characterized by dramatic pinnacle formations rising from the depths, frequently attracting large pelagic species due to strong currents. After exploring these magnificent reefs, the boat will head back towards Ras Mohamed National Park, preparing for future dives in this protected area.
Dive sites: Jackson Reef, Woodhouse Reef, Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef
Today features 2-3 dives in Ras Mohamed National Park, an area celebrated for its breathtaking walls adorned with soft and fan corals and abundant fish shoals. This protected marine park offers vibrant reef diving. A possible night dive on the legendary SS Thistlegorm wreck provides a unique opportunity to explore this historic WWII cargo ship, a highlight for many divers.
Dive sites: Ras Mohamed National Park, SS Thistlegorm wreck
One dive is planned on the famous SS Thistlegorm, allowing for a thorough exploration of this world-renowned WWII wreck. The day continues with dives around Shag Rock and Goubal Island, offering diverse reef environments and interesting underwater landscapes. A possible night dive rounds out the day, providing another chance to experience the Red Sea's nocturnal marine life.
Dive sites: SS Thistlegorm wreck, Shag Rock, Goubal Island
The final two dives of the trip take place in the Hurghada area, offering a last chance to experience the vibrant and wide-ranging reefs of this region, which are known for their colorful walls and hard coral gardens. After these dives, the boat will return to port, where guests will spend their last night onboard.
Check-out from the liveaboard will occur after breakfast. Guests will then transfer to the airport for their onward journeys, concluding their Red Sea diving adventure.