Route Description - North & Strait of Tiran
8 Days 7 Nights
This tour explores the renowned wrecks of the northern Red Sea and the vibrant reefs of the Strait of Tiran. After arriving in Hurghada, guests transfer to the boat for dinner and overnight, with departure the following morning. The journey begins at Shaab El Erg before continuing to the wrecks of Abu Nuhas—Carnatic, Chrisoula K., and Ghiannis D.—followed by dives at the legendary Thistlegorm, a WWII freighter rich with historic cargo.
Reef dives at Jackson, Thomas, and Gordon Reef in the Strait of Tiran offer vibrant marine life and coral formations. If conditions allow, the itinerary may include a dive at the Rosalie Moller, a lesser-known but equally captivating wreck lying in the Strait of Gubal.
Day 1 – Arrival
Guests arrive in Hurghada and transfer to the boat for check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay in the marina.
Day 2 – Departure
After morning departure, guests receive safety and dive briefings, followed by dives at Umm Gammar and the Carnatic wreck at Abu Nuhas.
Day 3 – Ras Mohamed & Tiran Reefs
Dives include the Dunraven wreck, Ras Mohamed, and Gordon Reef. The day continues with dives at Thomas and Woodhouse Reefs, Jackson Reef, and a night dive at Gordon Reef.
Day 4 – Wreck Exploration
Guests dive Jolanda Reef at Ras Mohamed, followed by two dives at the iconic SS Thistlegorm wreck.
Day 5 – More Wrecks & Reefs
Another dive at SS Thistlegorm is followed by visits to Shag Rock, Giannis D at Abu Nuhas, and Small Giftun Island.
Day 6 – Final Dives
The last diving day features two morning dives before returning to port.
Day 7 – Return
No dives are scheduled to allow a safe surface interval before flights.
Day 8 – Check-Out
Guests enjoy breakfast and check out by 10 a.m., with transfers to the airport or hotel.