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6 Days Exploring Rocky, Zabargad, and St Johns

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Golavita Travel
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6 Days

Golavita Travel
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6 Days Exploring Rocky, Zabargad, and St Johns
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Golavita Travel
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Egypt

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The awareness and the richness of the underwater resources present at these diving sites lure many divers from different continents to go on explorations, hence making the choice to go for liveaboards in the Red Sea quite a common one for the thrill seekers in the diving regions.

Of course! This is a comprehensive description of Rocky Island, Zabargad Island, and St. Johns Reef, all of which are amongst the greatest if not the greatest of all diving spots in the sea, hence these are perfect places for a diving safari in the Red Sea. Each of the sites presents a variety of different features and diving experiences.

In St. John’s, Rocky and Zabargad dives are mind-boggling because of the incredible vistas of the elusive oceanic beauties. Each region has its unique rewards and struggles, which makes it appealing for any ardent diver, so they should be visited.


Highlights

    • Rocky Point
      Rocky Island is situated on the boundary between Egypt and Sudan in the southern Red Sea. It's a tiny, deserted island renowned for its vibrant marine life and breathtaking underwater scenery.
    • Island of Zabargad
      In the southern Red Sea, close to Rocky Island, is Zabargad Island, also called St. John's Island. The largest island in the region, it has an interesting past involving prehistoric mining.
    • Johns Reef
      Near the Sudanese border, in the southernmost point of Egypt's Red Sea, lies a huge coral system called St. Johns coral. This region is made up of many small reefs dispersed over a large body of water.

Notes

    NOTE PLEASE The schedule given above is merely an example of the intended course; dive spots may not always be accessible. The weather at each dive site will determine the final path to be traveled, and the captain and dive guides will make that decision alone. There are multiple overnight sailings on this route, thus unfavorable weather could affect it. In the marine parks, night dives are not permitted. This route has Port Ghalib as its starting and finishing point.

Tour itinerary

1 Begin the Underwater Journey

The excursion will start with a check dive at a nearby dive site at Port Ghalib, and then there will be an afternoon dive on the way to the marine parks.

2 The islands of Rocky

The Rocky Islands, a breathtaking collection of islands, lie in the southern part of the Red Sea. These islands are not only beautiful but also boast an appetizing marine life. They are characterized by tall rock formations that plunge into the blue waters providing a wide-bodied view free of the inter-tropical clouds. The waters surrounding the Rocky Islands have extensive water regimes inhabited by several types of ecosystems with healthy coral atolls full of colorful species such as anthias and snapper and bigger fish like barracuda and sharks. Such places are well-liked by most of the tourists more so those in search of a diving safari in the Red Sea, thanks to the offerings of many diving and swimming spots as well as the rich marine life where fish are in plenty.

3 Scuba Diving Experience in Reefs of St. Johns

Underwater sports among the reefs of St. Johns is breathtaking; it exposes one of the most vivid and intricate aquatic ecosystems within the Red Sea. As known for stunning hard corals and clear still water, St Johns has an inviting benthic landscape teeming with life. When immersed, for instance, coral gardens down to 40 m deep, a steep wall, many species of fish such as parrot fish and butterfly fish, and occasionally a swimming shark. The reefs found here have breathtakingly unique marine life, therefore much of every dive is about the sights and not doing any particular activity. The corals and the marine life are so vivid and colorful that the water quality is so clear and currents are so optimal that each dive is a work of art in itself.

4 Islands Zabargad

Situated in the southern part of the Red Sea, Zabargad Island is one of the most beautiful places on Earth, with its emerald waters and coral reefs. With steep cliffs standing tall over the blue sea, the island offers spectacular views awaiting exploration. The marine life, which every diver dreams of, seems almost imaginary here, with numerous corals, sergeant fish, turtles, and sometimes even sharks. Being a certain distance away from urban areas offers pristine coastlines and wild terrain, making it an ideal destination for a Red Sea liveaboard, where most visitors can fully immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscape.

5 Relax and Spend the Day at Fury Shoal

It is truly a pleasure diving at Fury Shoal, famous for its beautiful underwater landscapes and rich marine life. On a liveaboard dive trip, as you go deeper into the clear waters, expect to see coral reefs filled with a variety of fish, such as parrotfish, clownfish, and many more. The underwater topography of the site is made of vertical walls and caves beneath the water, therefore understanding why divers are so excited is not difficult. On the other hand, over the following minutes, one can also see bigger marine life like a turtle and at times a dolphin, making the dive unique every time. In addition, owing to excellent visibility and gentle currents, Fury Shoal is ideal for all levels of divers, thus making sure that the fun does not stop above the waters. With every plunge one gets to witness a different angle of this aquatic wonder, which calls out to you to enjoy the rich underwater ecosystem of the Red Sea.

6 Departure

In the pre-dawn hours, enjoy a dive at Elphinstone followed by a relaxing dive on Port Ghalib so that you can return to the harbor mid-afternoon without any problems. After enjoying a night out on the ground to do shopping and feel the famous warmth of the Egyptian people, fly back the day after.

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