Explore the wrecks of the North Red Sea and the Strait of Tiran!

Duration

6 days of diving
7 nights on board

Diving Spots

Mythical Wrecks
Ras Mohamed National Park
Strait of Tiran
Reef dives

Comfort

A warm atmosphere and quality services to ensure your comfort on board.

Requirements

✔ AOWD or equivalent

Discover the best of the North Red Sea!

The north of the Egyptian Red Sea with its mythical wrecks, the beautiful national park of Ras Mohamed and the strait of Tiran between wrecks and reef dives, is waiting for you!

The main crossings between the different sites are scheduled for the day and a minimum of 16 dives are planned during the stay.

Day 1: Arrival of divers, transfer to the boat and check-in.

Day 2: Departure from the Marina after approval of the coast guard around
09h00. Rehab dive around Hurghada then second dive and night dive at the site of Abu Nuhass.

Day 3: First and second dive at the Abu Nuhas site, third and night dive at the Shaab Mahmoud site.

Day 4: First dive at Ras Mohamed, second, third and night dive in the Strait of Tiran.

Day 5: First dive in the Strait of Tiran, then Ras Mohamed, third and night dive on the wreck of the Thistlegorm.

Day 6: First dive on the wreck of the Thistlegorm then Shag Rock on the wreck of the Kingston, third dive and night dive at Bluff Point on the wreck of the
Ulysses.

Day 7: Two dives around Hurghada, return to the marina at approximately 4:00 pm.

Day 8: Divers departure and check-out.

Dive into the Strait of Tiran

Discover exceptional marine biodiversity and rich and beautiful coral reefs. A true sanctuary.

Requins marteaux en Mer Rouge, Circuit Nord et Détroit de Tiran - Big Blue Diving Club

North, Wrecks and Strait of Tiran cruise's diving spots

Shaab Abu Nuhas

Located on the north coast of Shadwan Island, about 40 km from Hurghada, this spot is flush with the surface. The north side of the reef is home to 4 wrecks including Carnatic, Giannis D and Chrisoula K. If their common point is a collision with the reef, their story is different and will be subject to detailed briefing on board.

South of Sharm El Sheikh

After Ras Mohamed, we find Shaab Mahmoud. The southern part of the reef is home to the Dunraven wreck. It rests on a sandy bottom and beautiful hard and soft corals have settled there. The reef itself is nice, rich in corals and different species of fish can be found.

Coraux et banc de poissons en Mer Rouge - Big Blue Diving Club

Ras Mohamed National Park

Is characterized by magnificent falls. Due to its location on the Sinai Peninsula, at the junction of the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba, the salinity of the water is variable and offers a spectacular range of reefs, various types of fish, various corals and lush walls. Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef are the most popular spots in Ras Mohammed. They offer the opportunity to observe every species of fish in the Red Sea.

Strait of Tiran

The strait is home to 4 beautiful coral reefs that fron the surface: Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef,
Jackson Reef and Woodhouse Reef, named after the British geographers who
have mapped.

Located in the middle of the strait, the narrowness of these reefs often brings a current to see many pelagic fish. The diversity and beauty of corals is spectacular. It’s a true underwater sanctuary.

Coraux en Mer Rouge - Big Blue Diving Club

SS Thistlegorm wreck

Located in the Gubal Strait, between the Shaab Ali reef and the Sinai coast, it is probably the most famous wreck of the Red Sea. The British freighter was attacked by a German bomber in 1941. The wreck is laid on the bottom at 32m depth. Tanks, trucks, motorcycles, weapons and railway engines are particularly well preserved and interesting to observe.

The wrecks of Gubal Island

On the side of the island of Gubal, are the wreck Ulysses or the very famous Rosalie Moller.
Ulysses is one of the oldest shipwrecks in the Red Sea. Corals are as well as on the reef beside which it lies. Rosalie Moller was same fate as SS Thistlegorm. The wreck is placed on a sandy bottom about 50m depth. It is remarkably preserved and offers a rich fauna and unusual.

Dauphins en Mer Rouge, Egypte, circuit nord, épavec et détroit de Tiran - Big Blue Diving Club

Around Hurghada

The diving spots are varied: Shaab El Erg, north of Hurghada, we often find bottlenose dolphins. Shaab Ruhr Umm Gamar, south of Shaab El Erg. The reef consists of a wall covered with corals, a coral garden with the remains of a small wreck and a drop-off. Several types of dives are possible there. Or, the wreck of El Minya, located in front of the main port of Hurghada.

The order and choice of spots advertised in our itineraries are not contractual. They may be modified according to weather conditions, the state of the sea and/ or on decisions of the Egyptian authorities. These possible changes are beyond our control and cannot engage our responsibility. Our top priority is the safety and satisfaction of our customers.

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We offer 6 cruise itineraries that can be customized.

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Routes depend on divers’ interests.

A North route is ideal for exploring the most beautiful shipwrecks of the Red Sea such as the legendary SS Thistlegorm, the Rosalie Moller, the spectacular Giannis D, Carnatic and Numidia. Also, the beautiful Ras Mohamed National Park or the 4 reefs of the Strait of Tiran: Jackson Reef, Woodhouse Reef, Thomas Reef and Gordon Reef.

A South route is perfect to admire the richness of the coral reefs of the Egyptian Red Sea as well as small and large pelagic. Famous sites such as the Daedalus reef, the Brothers islands, the St-Johns reefs or Elphinstone. The magnificent Rocky and Zabargad Islands, as well as the Fury Shoals, a spectacular sight.

Groups or clubs that privatize the boat are free to choose their route.

  • 4 wrecks to discover on the reef of Abu Nuhas: The Ghiannis D, the Carnatic, the Chrisoula K and the Kimon M. Marine life is diverse and abundant. It is possible to observe dolphins.
  • Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef in Ras Mohamed National Park, where you can see almost all the fish species of the Red Sea.
  • The wreck of SS Thistlegorm, a British freighter sunk in 1941, which houses fascinating historical remains such as tanks, trucks and engines.
  • The Strait of Tiran has four main reefs: Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef, Jackson Reef and Woodhouse Reef. There are two famous shipwrecks: the Louilla on Gordon Reef and the Lara on Jackson Reef.

Yes, the Strait of Tiran offers exceptional underwater landscapes perfect for photography.

The most beautiful shipwrecks of the Egyptian Red Sea combined with exceptional sites.

Open to experienced divers with a minimum N2 or AOWD certification and 50 registered dives.

In addition to the wrecks, divers can observe the beauty of corals that characterize the Red Sea and its thousands of inhabitants. Dolphins, leopard sharks, whale sharks, barracudas, carangs, tuna etc.