This itinerary combines the best of Egypt’s southern Red Sea in just one thrilling week—normally covered over two! Dive into a world of vibrant coral gardens, dramatic drop-offs, mysterious caves, wrecks, and unforgettable big animal encounters. Perfect for experienced divers craving both pelagic action and stunning reef life.

Trip Highlights

• Daedalus Reef: Iconic deep reef with potential sightings of up to 5 different shark species, including hammerheads, threshers, and oceanic whitetips.
• St. Johns & Zabargad: Spectacular coral gardens, tunnel systems, and caves with excellent visibility.
• Rocky Island: Dramatic walls, fast currents, and big fish action.
• Sataya (Fury Shoal): Snorkeling with spinner dolphins, exploring coral gardens, and swimming through intricate cave systems.
• Diverse marine life: Turtles, dolphins, sharks, macro critters, and pristine hard and soft coral formations.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Embarkation

• Meet and greet at Marsa Alam
• Transfer to the liveaboard vessel
• Cabin check-in, equipment setup, safety briefing, and welcome dinner

Day 2: Marsa Alam Area

• 2 to 3 warm-up dives in local reefs
• Explore coral bommies and acclimate to the Red Sea’s vibrant marine life

Day 3: Daedalus Reef

• 3 to 4 adrenaline-filled shark dives
• Look out for hammerheads, thresher sharks, and large pelagics cruising along the reef walls

Day 4: Daedalus Reef (continued)

• Another 3 to 4 dives with pelagic action and deep reef exploration
• Dive vertical walls teeming with fish and coral

Day 5: Rocky Island, Zabargad, and St. Johns

• 4 action-packed dives exploring wrecks, caves, and big drop-offs
• Expect shark sightings and rugged underwater topography

Day 6: St. Johns Reefs

• 4 dives among lush coral gardens, swim-throughs, and drop-offs
• Frequent encounters with turtles and schooling reef fish
• Evening: Enjoy a relaxed party dinner onboard

Day 7: Sataya – Fury Shoal

• 4 dives in this picturesque region famous for snorkel encounters with wild spinner dolphins
• Explore coral gardens and shallow caves in warm, calm waters

Day 8: Disembarkation

• Early morning check-out at 08:00
• Group transfer by bus to Hurghada, arriving around 13:00

The last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive. 

(*) The itinerary description is provided by the boat operator. Sample itineraries and maps are for illustrative purposes only, and the exact route and sites visited may change based on local regulations, guest experience, weather, and logistics, at the Captain’s discretion.