Dune Longara Itinerary
Mixte Sud (Daedalus - Rocky/Zabargad - St. Johns)8 days / 7 nights
About Dune Longara
- Exciting Red Sea itineraries departing from Safaga and Port Ghalib
- Routes visit Ras Mohammed, the Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone and St John’s
- Spacious air-conditioned ensuite cabins on three passenger decks
- Complimentary nitrox is available for appropriately certified divers
Dune Longara is a modern 30-guest liveaboard exploring the full breadth of Egypt’s Red Sea, from the wrecks and coral gardens of the north to the shark-rich offshore reefs and remote southern islands. Fully air-conditioned ensuite cabins, several sociable lounges and a jacuzzi provide plenty of comfort between dives, while complimentary nitrox helps certified divers make the most of this liveaboard’s exciting itineraries. Operating itineraries to Ras Mohammed, the Brothers Islands, Daedalus, Elphinstone, St John’s and the deep south, Dune Longara is particularly appealing to experienced divers seeking varied diving without sacrificing space and relaxation onboard.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 15
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Visit the very best of the Red Sea’s southern dive sites
- Dive Daedalus Reef, the furthest offshore reef in the Egyptian Red Sea
- Chance of spotting oceanic whitetip and hammerhead sharks
- Search the overhangs of Rocky Island for rare black coral
- Dive the slender coral towers of Zabargad Island
- See some of Egypt's healthiest coral reefs at St Johns
- Explore the tunnels and small caves of Gota Kebir
- Enjoy the steep drop-offs and pelagic sightings of Sataya
- Meet the resident dolphins of Fury Shoals’ pristine reef
- Night dives arranged on request
Day 1:
Reception at the airport, transfer by bus from the airport to the marina, installation in the cabins, and discovery of the boat.
Reception at the airport, transfer by bus from the airport to the marina, installation in the cabins, and discovery of the boat.
Day 2:
After breakfast, a welcome briefing (organization of the week, safety instructions on board, etc.) will be presented to you by the guide. A verification of your diving documents and your insurance will be carried out before leaving the marina. The captain will head to the first dive site 30 minutes from departure.
After breakfast, a welcome briefing (organization of the week, safety instructions on board, etc.) will be presented to you by the guide. A verification of your diving documents and your insurance will be carried out before leaving the marina. The captain will head to the first dive site 30 minutes from departure.
The briefing of the so-called "rehabilitation" dive will be presented to you by the guide. The second dive will be done during the afternoon. In the early evening, after dinner, the boat will begin its journey towards Daedalus. About 7 hours of navigation will be necessary.
Day 3:
At sunrise, you will start your day of diving on the Daedalus wall. Your guide will offer you three dives. This reef offers you about ten different dives. You will do 2 dives to the north of the reef to perhaps have the chance to observe hammerhead sharks. In the afternoon, you will dive to the west of the reef where the coral diversity is impressive. This side also offers perfect light in the afternoon. Between dives, you will have the opportunity to visit Daedalus Lighthouse. In the early evening, after dinner, the boat will continue its course all night towards the South to arrive in the early morning under the Tropic of Cancer at Rocky Island and Zabargad.
At sunrise, you will start your day of diving on the Daedalus wall. Your guide will offer you three dives. This reef offers you about ten different dives. You will do 2 dives to the north of the reef to perhaps have the chance to observe hammerhead sharks. In the afternoon, you will dive to the west of the reef where the coral diversity is impressive. This side also offers perfect light in the afternoon. Between dives, you will have the opportunity to visit Daedalus Lighthouse. In the early evening, after dinner, the boat will continue its course all night towards the South to arrive in the early morning under the Tropic of Cancer at Rocky Island and Zabargad.
Day 4:
You will do three dives around Rocky and Zabargad islands. Sailing times between sites vary from 30 to 45 minutes between islands. Dive sites are carefully chosen by your guide based on the weather and the number of boats at the sites.
You will do three dives around Rocky and Zabargad islands. Sailing times between sites vary from 30 to 45 minutes between islands. Dive sites are carefully chosen by your guide based on the weather and the number of boats at the sites.
Day 5:
In the early morning, the captain and his crew will take you to the sights of Saint John's. Three dives will be offered. Sailing times between sites vary between 30 minutes and 1.5 hours in the Saint John's area. Dive sites are carefully chosen by your guide based on the weather and the number of boats at the sites.
In the early morning, the captain and his crew will take you to the sights of Saint John's. Three dives will be offered. Sailing times between sites vary between 30 minutes and 1.5 hours in the Saint John's area. Dive sites are carefully chosen by your guide based on the weather and the number of boats at the sites.
Day 6:
That day we will begin the ascent to the north. On the way, we will stop at Sataya (Dolphin House) located in the Fury Shoals area, where you may have the opportunity to swim with dolphins. We will then continue our ascent to the site of Sheleneyat in the Wadi Gemal area, where the third dive of the day will take place at dusk or at night.
That day we will begin the ascent to the north. On the way, we will stop at Sataya (Dolphin House) located in the Fury Shoals area, where you may have the opportunity to swim with dolphins. We will then continue our ascent to the site of Sheleneyat in the Wadi Gemal area, where the third dive of the day will take place at dusk or at night.
Day 7:
In the early morning, you will arrive in the Marsa Alam area, on the mythical Elphinstone Reef. You will do 2 dives there before sailing another two hours to arrive in the early afternoon at the marina of Port Ghalib. You can take advantage of the rear platform to rinse your equipment. Your guide will also suggest various extra diving activities to keep you busy on Friday afternoon.
In the early morning, you will arrive in the Marsa Alam area, on the mythical Elphinstone Reef. You will do 2 dives there before sailing another two hours to arrive in the early afternoon at the marina of Port Ghalib. You can take advantage of the rear platform to rinse your equipment. Your guide will also suggest various extra diving activities to keep you busy on Friday afternoon.
Day 8:
The departure of the boat will be after breakfast or according to your flight and transfer schedules to the airport or hotel.
The departure of the boat will be after breakfast or according to your flight and transfer schedules to the airport or hotel.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
03:00pm
Port Ghalib
Marsa Alam International Airport: RMF
Return
10:00am
Port Ghalib
Marsa Alam International Airport: RMF
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Mixte Sud (Daedalus - Rocky/Zabargad - St. Johns)
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15 dives
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15 dives
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8D / 7N
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15 dives
from $1,725 /guest
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Mar
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Mixte Sud (Daedalus - Rocky/Zabargad - St. Johns)
8 days / 7 nights
•
15 dives
from $1,725 /guest
Available
27Mar 27
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8D / 7N
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15 dives
from $1,725 /guest
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10
Apr
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Mixte Sud (Daedalus - Rocky/Zabargad - St. Johns)
8 days / 7 nights
•
15 dives
from $1,725 /guest
Available
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Mixte Sud (Daedalus - Rocky/Zabargad - St. Johns)
8D / 7N
•
15 dives
from $1,725 /guest
Available
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