Diving in Egypt

A mysterious destination known for its ancient wonders, the pyramids and museums are not the only attractions that Egypt is famous for. Diving in Egypt is a dream come true for any scuba enthusiast.

Overland travellers on the Egypt Encompassed trip will travel to Dahab, Egypt’s premier diving destination. It is here that you will be able to spend some time scuba diving in the Red Sea. Known for its remarkable coral gardens and marine life, this Egyptian diving experience will be one you won’t soon forget.

The Red Sea

Running from the Gulf of Suez to the Sudanese border, its mineral-rich red mountain ranges inspired mariners to name it the Red Sea. Today, the Red Sea’s antiquated ports are better known as some of the best diving and fishing resort locations in the world.

Teeming with exotic fish and gorgeous reefs, this is the scuba diving destination in Egypt. When you’re not exploring the Red Sea from under the water you can bask on the golden beaches the area is renowned for.

Egypt’s Top Scuba Diving Spots

The following are some of Egypt’s top scuba diving spots and are not to be missed:

• The Blue Hole - Located a few miles north of Dahab, lies a dark hole which rests in the shallows of a sapphire reef shelf.
• Eel Garden - For divers of all levels, this area is named after the colony of garden eels which sway like reeds in the gentle current. One of Dahab’s most beautiful sites.
• The Islands - Scuba diving in Egypt doesn’t get any better than it does at this recognised world-class dive site.

Other sites recommended for your diving holiday in Egypt include Abu Helal, Desert Divers Bay, the Lighthouse, Glassfish Pinnacle and the Caves.

If you’d like the complete Egypt diving experience, look into our Dive Dahab trip. This 8 day adventure will introduce you to all the best scuba diving spots in Egypt.

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