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Sinai Experience Dive Safari

8 Day Dive Safari Dahab's Coastline

Join the ultimate safari experience open to both certified and beginner divers, looking for that little bit more from a Red Sea holiday, and gain an insight to both on land & underwater eco systems. Enjoy diving in the Red Sea, with its abundance of marine life & coral ecosystems, and desert trekking, exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Sinai Desert, with it’s canyons, oasis and plateaus. Immerse yourself in local culture, as you sleep under the stars in our Desert Camp, with Bedouin tribesmen as your hosts.

TOUR SCHEDULE

€650.00

HIGHLIGHTS

Tour Fact File

ACCOMODATION

Fantasea Red Sea | A PADI & CDWS affiliated dive center located at Coral Coast Hotel, is an established Dive Center, operating in Dahab since 1992. Their team of experienced, highly qualified and multi-lingual dive instructors & guides will ensure you get the most out of your dive experience, whilst following the safest practice.

Traditional Bedouin Camp | EMBAH’s nomadic desert camp in Sinai consists of traditional Bedouin tents, with carpeted areas for relaxing and sleeping. The Nomadic camp means that the camp will be set up and dismantled each day as you we move Mattresses are provided to ensure your comfort and sleeping bags can also be arranged. A kitchen area is set adjacent to the camp, where freshly prepared meals will be cooked on an open fire. Designated washing and toilet areas are set up and in some cases you can bathe in hot springs or fresh water oases. Our camp locations are picked for favorable weather conditions and stunning scenery.

TOUR IMPACT ON LOCAL COMMUNITY

Coastal Local Impact | EMBAH is committed to the elements of responsible & sustainable tourism, including conservation initiatives that work to monitor & protect coral reefs, marine life and also the shoreline. Most of Egypt's coastline in under the protection of EEAA National Parks of Egypt, with Laws written to enforce the conservation & protection. Following these Laws are crucial on all Embah Tours.

· Clean Up Dives & Beach Clean Up's | All major dive resorts along Egypt's coastline arrange beach clean up's and underwater dive clean up's, in order to remove any damaging waste that could harm the fragile marine life. Beach Clean up's can be done anywhere at any time and at Embah we carry bin bags and gloves to collect any waste we find along route, and encourage guests to join in.
Sinai Local Impact |
EMBAH is committed to the elements of responsible & sustainable tourism, and this tour boasts multiple benefits to the local community. While travelling in the Desert & Mountainous regions of Sinai, work opportunities and therefore income is distributed between multiple desert dwelling families. Wherever possible we purchase local produce, encourage souvenir purchase from the Bedouin women and use local homes for meals. The projects we support in this region are:
- Nawamis Desert School | An initiative developed by a UK charity that was brought about to enable the Bedouin villagers to remain in their desert homes and maintain their traditional way of life and still have their children educated. It also provides a special meeting place where Bedouin tribes can gather and celebrate.
- Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Gardens | a local initiative to preserve Rare medicinal plants unique to the region. Herbs gardens have been created on various plots in land throughout St Catherine’s and are also cultivated in greenhouses for preserving biodiversity, research and for sale.

TITLE

Sinai Experience Dive Safari
THEME

Adventure,Sea
STYLE

Comfort
EMBAH CODE

S.EG.SE.8
DURATION

8 days, 7 nights
START & END

Dahab ,Sharm el Sheikh
TRANSFERS

2 way transfer from Sharm El Sheikh airport. All transfers outlined in itinerary.
LODGINGS

5 nights - Coral Coast Hotel, 2 nights - Bedouin Camping
MEALS

7 x Breakfast
3 x Lunch
3 x Dinner
GROUP SIZE

Average of 8 persons

(Min:4Max:12)
PEOPLE

EMBAH tour leader & drivers, experienced dive & desert guides, certified dive masters.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED

Scuba Diving, Camping, Camel Treking, Hiking
PHYSICAL RATING
Easy. May include some short walks or activities.
Easy, with walks or short treks. Activities with full day trips.
Meduim level of fitness required. Treks over 3hrs, climbs. Could involve rustic camping/sailing. Sport (dive, run, bike, yoga) beginner level.
Meduim level of fitness required. treks/activities up to 6hrs. climbs, could involve rustic camping/sailing. Could involve steady moving itinerary. Sport (dive, run, bike, yoga) advance level.
High level of fitness required. Long treks, climbs, rustic camping.
CULTURE SHOCK
Little culture within comfort zone, comfort accommodation throughout.
Some culture just reaching out of your comfort zone. May involve rustic camping or homestay.
Varying cultures. May involve living with local tribes in local villages. Rustic camping and/or homestay
Extreme contrasting cultures living in local communities, rustic camping and homestays.
WHAT TO PACK
- swimwear
- log-book / certification cards
- loose cotton / linen clothing
- light fleece for evenings
- sun protection (hat / scarf / sunblock)
- mosquito repellent

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DAY
1Arrive in Sharm El Sheikh

noneCoral Coast Hotel

Our EMBAH representative will welcome you at Sharm International airport and accompany you on your transfer to Dahab, app 1hrs drive. Check-in to your hotel in Dahab. Depending on your time of arrival, you will have a briefing with the dive team and spend the evening acquainting yourself with Dahab. Overnight in Dahab Hotel BB.

DAY
2Orientation & Free Day

BreakfastCoral Coast Hotel

After breakfast, at 09:30 am you shall be taken to the Dive Center to arrange equipment required and Sign up for 2 local dives. Within in these dives you will be able to adjust any equipment, do a weight check and get an orientation of diving in the Red Sea. All equipment should be packed in safari bags ready for early morning pick up before departing on Safari.

DAY
3Ras Abu Galloum Camel Trek & Dive

Breakfast, DinnerCoastal Camp

An early breakfast has been prepared for you at 06:00 am, and you shall be picked up at 07.00 am, to head north to The Blue Hole where camels will be waiting to take you on the first part of your Safari experience. All equipment will be loaded onto the camel, and you take your seats for the app. 1hr ride to Ras Abu Galum. Camp will be set up in Ras Abu Galum, the ‘Million Star Hotel.’ Dinner is freshly prepared and cooked on the open fire.

DAY
4Ras Malmak Safari & Desert Camping

Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerCoastal Camp

Waking up with the sun, with a breakfast on the beach, we shall depart by 4x4 Jeep, heading away north direction for 2 x dives. On the Gulf of Aqaba coast line at Ras Mamlak; Sunset form one of the plateaus, desert sleepover.

DAY
5Canyon & Oases Trek

Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerCoral Coast Hotel

The day will be spent exploring by 4x4 Jeep the desert landscapes that make up Sinai's spectacular natural beauty. Lunch will be freshly prepared on the open fire and served within the Desert Oasis. There will be time to discover the many locations and some trekking on foot through the canyons. Return to Dahab approx 7pm.

DAY
6Southern Oasis or Thistlegorm dives

Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerCoral Coast Hotel

Two options for this fun packed diving day, the choice if yours!
Mini Safari - We shall depart early from the Hotel and head down South, approx 10km to an area of pristine natural beauty, The Southern Oasis. Here shall enjoy 2 x dives on chosen dive sites of the spot. Lunch will served in one of the local Bedouin Restaurant in between dives with time to relax & rest before the second dive. Return to Hotel approx 5 pm.
Boat Safari – Thistlegrom & Ras Mohamed. Evening dep on day 5, approx 11pm. 1hrs drive to Sharm Jetti,and board the boat, to set sail approx 4am. First 2 x dives at Thistlegorm and after lunch option for 3rd Dive at Ras Mohamed. Or to snorkel Return to Dahab, Coral Coast approx 8pm.

DAY
7Blue Hole & Canyon Dives

BreakfastCoral Coast Hotel

Today there is 1 x dive at the Bells Blue Hole & pm 1 x dive at The Canyon. Time of depart from the dive center will be arranged with your dive instructor.
Additional option: Join our evening of Traditional Bedouin entertainment at the Coral Coast Hotel beach. Please ask at Reception for full details.

DAY
8Departure

BreakfastCoral Coast Hotel

Relax, sunbathe, or last minute shop in the colourful bazaars around Dahab before the return journey to the airport and flight home. Depart hotel app. 12 noon.

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