MY Alsuraya Itinerary | ||
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Destinations: Thistlegorm Wreck, Abu Nuhas, Ras Mohamed, Dunraven, Small Crack, Sha’ab El Erg 8 Days / 7 Nights (18 Dives) | ||
| Time | Activity | Location |
| Day 1 | ||
| 16:00 | Check-in and transfer to Alsuraya Liveaboard. Enjoy a welcome briefing and boat orientation, followed by equipment setup. | Hurghada |
| 19:00 | Overnight cruise towards the first dive site. | Onboard |
| Day 2 | ||
| 07:00 | Dive 1: Begin with a relaxed check dive on a local reef to adjust buoyancy and equipment. | Local Reef |
| 10:30 | Dive 2: Explore the legendary SS Thistlegorm, a WWII British freighter with fascinating wartime relics. | SS Thistlegorm |
| 14:00 | Dive 3: Continue exploring the SS Thistlegorm, delving deeper into its historical treasures. | SS Thistlegorm |
| 19:00 | Night Dive: Optional guided night dive at Sha’ab Ali or Thistlegorm. | Sha’ab Ali or Thistlegorm |
| Day 3 | ||
| 07:30 | Dive 4: Discover the Carnatic, a 19th-century wreck adorned with vibrant soft corals. | Carnatic |
| 11:00 | Dive 5: Explore the photogenic Giannis D, a modern cargo wreck with abundant fish life. | Giannis D |
| 15:00 | Dive 6: Enjoy a drift or reef dive near Abu Nuhas, experiencing the rich marine biodiversity. | Abu Nuhas |
| 18:00 | Overnight cruise to Ras Mohamed. | Onboard |
| Day 4 | ||
| 07:30 | Dive 7: Experience a spectacular drift dive at Shark & Yolanda Reef, teeming with large pelagics and vibrant coral gardens. | Shark & Yolanda Reef |
| 11:00 | Dive 8: Explore the SS Dunraven, a Victorian-era steamer now home to diverse marine life. | SS Dunraven |
| 15:00 | Dive 9: Delight in the macro paradise of Sha’ab Mahmoud, with its colorful reef fish and nudibranchs. | Sha’ab Mahmoud |
| 18:00 | Overnight in Ras Mohamed area. | Onboard |
| Day 5 | ||
| 07:30 | Dive 10: Explore Jackfish Alley or alternative sites, known for their excellent visibility and chance encounters with rays and reef sharks. | Jackfish Alley |
| 11:00 | Dive 11: Navigate the scenic coral corridor of Small Crack, home to playful fish and diverse corals. | Small Crack |
| 15:00 | Dive 12: Discover the sloping reef and coral towers of Umm Gamar. | Umm Gamar |
| 18:00 | Cruise towards Hurghada coast. | Onboard |
| Day 6 | ||
| 07:30 | Dive 13: Photograph the small military wreck of El Mina, perfect for capturing unique underwater shots. | El Mina Wreck |
| 11:00 | Dive 14: Delight in the vibrant marine life at Gota Abu Ramada, aptly named 'The Aquarium'. | Gota Abu Ramada |
| 19:00 | Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight onboard in the marina. | Onboard |
| Day 7 | ||
| 07:30 | Dive 15: Capture final underwater photos at Fanadir or explore new coral spots. | Fanadir |
| 11:00 | Dive 16: Relax at Sha’ab El Erg, where dolphin encounters are possible in this sandy lagoon. | Sha’ab El Erg |
| 14:00 | Enjoy leisure time and overnight onboard. | Onboard |
| Day 8 | ||
| 08:00 | Breakfast on board. | Onboard |
| 10:00 | Check-out and transfer to airport or hotel for onward travel. | Hurghada |
