MY Alsuraya Itinerary | ||
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Destinations: Abu Dabbab, Rocky Island, Zabargad Island, Habili Ali, Abu Galawa, Elphinstone Reef 8 Days / 7 Nights (18 Dives) | ||
| Time | Activity | Location |
| Departure Day | ||
| 16:00 | Arrival and check-in on the Alsuraya Liveaboard. Meet the crew and fellow divers, followed by a welcome briefing, boat orientation, and equipment setup. | Port Ghalib, Marsa Alam |
| 20:00 | Overnight cruise to the first dive site, preparing for the adventures ahead. | Onboard |
| Day 1 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 1: Check dive at Abu Dabbab Reef. Explore seagrass meadows with the chance to spot turtles and healthy corals. | Abu Dabbab Reef |
| 11:00 | Dive 2: Experience the vibrant marine life of Sha’ab Marsa Alam, home to Napoleon wrasse and playful anemonefish. | Sha’ab Marsa Alam |
| 15:00 | Dive 3: Discover the lively ecosystem at Marsa Shuni with its shallow reefs teeming with diverse marine species. | Marsa Shuni |
| 20:00 | Overnight cruise towards Rocky Island, anticipating the next day’s adventures. | Onboard |
| Day 2 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 4: Embark on a thrilling wall dive at Rocky Island, witnessing dramatic drop-offs and schooling fish in strong currents. | Rocky Island |
| 11:00 | Dive 5: Drift along the vibrant soft corals and encounter open-ocean fish, carried by the currents of Rocky Island. | Rocky Island |
| 15:00 | Dive 6: Explore the canyons and overhangs, teeming with unique formations and pelagic life. | Rocky Island |
| 20:00 | Overnight stay at Rocky Island, enjoying the serene atmosphere. | Rocky Island |
| Day 3 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 7: Discover the colorful coral gardens of Zabargad, with pinnacles and slopes alive with reef fish. | Zabargad |
| 11:00 | Dive 8: Explore a mysterious wreck surrounded by thriving marine life, offering a glimpse into the past. | Zabargad |
| 15:00 | Dive 9: Enjoy an easy drift dive with excellent visibility, encountering a wealth of marine biodiversity. | Zabargad |
| 20:00 | Overnight at Zabargad, reflecting on the day's underwater marvels. | Zabargad |
| Day 4 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 10: Experience the stunning gorgonian sea fans and encounter reef sharks in the deep waters of Habili Ali. | Habili Ali |
| 11:00 | Dive 11: Drift past towering corals and spot pelagic species at Dangerous Reef, a scenic underwater journey. | Dangerous Reef |
| 18:00 | Night Dive 12: Explore the Abu Galawa Wreck during a bioluminescent night dive, discovering the mysteries of the deep. | Abu Galawa |
| 20:00 | Overnight cruise toward Elphinstone, gearing up for the next day's highlights. | Onboard |
| Day 5 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 13: Encounter oceanic whitetip sharks amidst deep walls and strong currents at Elphinstone North. | Elphinstone North |
| 11:00 | Dive 14: Marvel at the spectacular soft corals and pelagic life at Elphinstone South. | Elphinstone South |
| 20:00 | Return cruise to Port Ghalib, followed by a farewell dinner and overnight onboard. | Onboard |
| Day 6 | ||
| 07:00 | Optional Dive 15: Enjoy a relaxed morning dive at Abu Saba or Marsa Egla, with chances to see turtles or dugongs. | Abu Saba or Marsa Egla |
| 10:00 | Leisure time on board or take a stroll around the marina, soaking in the local atmosphere. | Port Ghalib Marina |
| 20:00 | Overnight onboard in the marina, enjoying the final night. | Port Ghalib Marina |
| Final Day | ||
| 08:00 | Enjoy a hearty breakfast, reminiscing about the week's adventures. | Onboard |
| 10:00 | Check-out and transfer to the airport or hotel for onward travel, concluding the unforgettable journey. | Port Ghalib |
