6 Days Exploring Rocky, Zabargad, and St Johns

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.