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Diving in Hurghada and Safaga Egypt

EL Gouna
Also known as “The Little Venice of the Red Sea” , the El Gouna resort rejoices in having 33 diving sites, some of which are still virgin, and others which are renowned for their mysterious wrecks.
Whilst exploring the impressive reefs of Abu Nuhas, discover the colourful coral reefs and dense aquatic fauna that populate the underwater world of The Carnatic, The Chrisoula K, The Giannis D and the Rosalie Moller wrecks.
• Diving Ability
All levels
• Marine Life
Napoleon fish, turtles, rays, giant moray eels and va,rious species of shark.
• Unmisseble dives
Sha’ab El Erg for the Poseidon Garden’s coral gardens
Sha’ab Abu Nuhas for its wrecks
• Wrecks
Carnatic - Chrisoula K - Giannis D - Kimon M - Rosalie Moller - Ulysses

Hurghada
Hurghada is one of Egypt’s most unusual diving sites, a life-size aquarium which is a must for dedicated divers.
After threading your way through the swaying branches of giant red gorgonians at Police Station and admiring the fabulous alcyonarian coral at Erg Somaya, you’ll find yourself in the magical underwater garden which surrounds the coral reef islands of Shawan, Giftun and Gubal.
• Diving Ability
All levels
• Marine Life
Butterflyfish, rainbow wrasse, rocklings and moray eels, Napoleon fish, turtles, grouper fish, dolphins, blacktip sharks, schools of surgeonfish.
• Unmissable Dives
Police Station for its giant gorgonians
Small Giftun Islands (depth 100m)
Erg Somaya for its alcyonarians
• Wrecks
El Mina - Colona IV - Excalibur

Safaga
Safaga has numerous diving sites that are accessible to everyone, thanks to the excellent visibility and generally weak currents which characterise the local waters. Rich and colourful fauna abound in the sumptuous coral gardens, especially at Ras Abu Soma and Sha’ab Tobia. From Tobia Arbaa to the mythical spot at Panorama Reef, passing through the Middle Reef coral gardens and taking in the Salem Express wreck, any diving trip in this peaceful fishing port is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories.
• Diving Ability
All Levels
• Marine Life
Napoleon fish, parrotfish, barracudas, grouper fish, clownfish, rockfish, stingrays, red mullet, multicolored fish, sharks, and turtles.
• Unmissable Dives
Ras Abu Soma and Sha’ab Tobia for their pelagic fauna Panorama Reef for drops to depths of over 100 m
Middle reef for night diving
• Wrecks
Salem Express - Al Kahfain - M.V. Hatour
From El Gouna to Safaga
Visit the ‘aquarium’ and be astounded by the magnificent collection of fish, before relaxing happily on one of the beaches near these superb sites.

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Take advantage of this extremely informative Port Safaga to Luxor 2 day tour which is packed full of exciting opportunities to explore the ancient history of ‘Old Thebes’ whilst also enjoying a relaxing felucca sailing and overnight stay in Luxor with several optional tours on offer.
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