Daedalus - St. John s (Port Ghalib - Hurghada)

Serenity · Egypt · 8 Days / 7 Nights

Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation
Port Ghalib
Disembarkation
Hurghada
Dives
Approximately 16-18 dives

About this route

This 8-day diving cruise explores the southern Red Sea, starting from Port Ghalib and ending in Hurghada. The journey is designed for advanced divers and focuses on the renowned Daedalus Reef and the vast St. John's reef system. Divers can anticipate thrilling encounters with pelagic species like hammerhead sharks along deep walls, as well as navigating through vibrant coral gardens and cavern systems. The trip offers a comprehensive experience of the region's most famous and adventurous dive sites. Max guests on this trip: 22.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation in Port Ghalib

    Port Ghalib

    Guests will board the vessel in Port Ghalib starting at 5:00 PM. After settling in, dinner will be served, and the boat will remain docked at the marina for the first night of the trip.

    Good to know: Check-in from 5:00 PM|Dinner on board|First night spent at the marina

  2. Day 2: Abo Dabbab

    Abo Dabbab

    The diving adventure begins with a check dive to ensure all divers are comfortable with their gear and weighting. This is followed by a zodiac dive in the Abo Dabbab area to kick off the underwater exploration.

  3. Day 3: Southern Red Sea Diving

    St. John's / Daedalus

    The itinerary delves into the prime southern dive regions. Dives may take place at renowned sites within St. John's, known for its intricate network of caverns and swim-throughs, or at Daedalus, a remote reef famous for its steep walls and chances to see schooling hammerheads.

    Dive sites: St. John s, Gota Kebir, Dangerous Reef, Umm Arouk, Umm Khararim, Paradise Reef, Dolphin House, Claudia, Shaab Maksur, Daedalus, Elphinstone

  4. Day 4: Southern Red Sea Diving

    St. John's / Daedalus

    Exploration of the southern Red Sea continues as the captain selects the best sites based on conditions. The day could be spent exploring the vast St. John's reef system, with potential visits to sites like Gota Kebir or Dangerous Reef, which offer rich coral formations and abundant fish life.

    Dive sites: St. John s, Gota Kebir, Dangerous Reef, Umm Arouk, Umm Khararim, Paradise Reef, Dolphin House, Claudia, Shaab Maksur, Daedalus, Elphinstone

  5. Day 5: Southern Red Sea Diving

    St. John's / Daedalus

    The journey continues through the remote and rewarding southern territories. Divers might spend the day at Daedalus Reef, an isolated offshore reef where pelagic encounters are common, or explore the unique underwater landscapes of St. John's, such as the light-filled caverns of Claudia or the vibrant Paradise Reef.

    Dive sites: St. John s, Gota Kebir, Dangerous Reef, Umm Arouk, Umm Khararim, Paradise Reef, Dolphin House, Claudia, Shaab Maksur, Daedalus, Elphinstone

  6. Day 6: Southern Red Sea Diving

    Elphinstone / St. John's

    The vessel tours more highlights of the southern Red Sea. This may include a visit to the legendary Elphinstone Reef, a long, narrow reef famous for its strong currents, beautiful soft corals, and potential encounters with oceanic whitetip sharks, depending on the season.

    Dive sites: St. John s, Gota Kebir, Dangerous Reef, Umm Arouk, Umm Khararim, Paradise Reef, Dolphin House, Claudia, Shaab Maksur, Daedalus, Elphinstone

  7. Day 7: Southern Red Sea Diving

    Elphinstone / St. John's

    This marks the final day of diving. The captain will choose a spectacular site to conclude the underwater adventure, possibly offering one last chance to experience the thrilling drifts of Elphinstone or the colorful reefs of St. John's before the boat begins its journey north.

    Dive sites: St. John s, Gota Kebir, Dangerous Reef, Umm Arouk, Umm Khararim, Paradise Reef, Dolphin House, Claudia, Shaab Maksur, Daedalus, Elphinstone

    Good to know: Last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip.

  8. Day 8: Disembarkation in Hurghada

    Hurghada

    After a final breakfast on the liveaboard, guests will complete the check-out process and disembark in the port of Hurghada by 9:00 AM, concluding the trip.

    Good to know: Check-out by 9:00 AM after breakfast.

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