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After the success of this years Red Sea Holiday many of you have been asking about next years annual Red Seas Trip. After looking at the numerous boats and itineraries available I have settled on what I hope is going to be the Red Sea trip to top all Red Sea Trips.
After extensive research the majority of you said you wanted to go to the south Red Sea for something different, and for the chance of spotting a few sharks. So that’s exactly where we are going - Elphinstone, Daedalus Reef and the Brothers. We’ll be leaving from LGW on the 23rd of April 2008 for 1 week.
So What It Like There??
The Brother Islands are the pinnacles of two undersea mountains rising from the depths of the abyss and are located about 60 miles offshore. Part of the Marine Park Islands National Park, these islands offer stunning wall diving, with the walls being covered in soft corals and forests of gorgonians, creating a kaleidoscope of ever-changing colours. They attract a diverse array of marine species and large pelagics. Large tuna, Jacks and Snappers cruise in the blue, accompanied by occasional Hammerheads, Silvertips, Silky and Oceanic White Tip Sharks and Mantas. Even the rare Thresher Shark can be found here. Sightings of the Grey Reef Shark are almost guaranteed on the North and South Plateaux of Small Brother.
For the wreck diver, the wrecks of the Aida II, an Egyptian supply vessel, and the Numidia, a cargo ship, lie on the walls of the Big Brother. Both are covered in a rich growth of soft and hard corals. Marine life includes a family of Napoleon Wrasse and Grey Reef Sharks.
Daedalus Reef, also part of the Marine Park, is a large, oval reef with a lighthouse and is the furthest offshore reef in the Egyptian Red Sea. Its deep walls and drop-offs offer some of the most spectacular diving to be found. Daedalus has mountainous, pristine, hard coral formations. There is also a strong chance of spotting schooling Hammerheads, and Manta Rays.
Elphinstone, with its shear walls covered in soft corals, offers a likely encounter with Hammerheads and Grey Reef Sharks circling on the plateaux and even an Oceanic White Tip.
Where you’ll be Staying!!
To make the holiday complete we will be staying aboard the M/Y Elite and what a luxurious vessel she is. Built in 2005, this boat represents a new era in Red Sea liveabaords. The degree of comfort, spaciousness and range of facilities on board will make this boat a definite favourite with Regaldive guests.
Concentrating on the excellent diving available in the south, this boat will be based in Marsa Ghalib and offer a range of itineraries including St. John’s and Beyond, Simply the best and Simply Magnificent.
The boat can accommodate a maximum of 20 guests in 9 twin berth cabins and 1 double master suite (Supplement payable). All cabins are air-conditioned with en-suite facilities. Two water makers provide ample hot and cold water.
There is an air-conditioned saloon area with TV and sofas as well as a large air-conditioned dining room and a bar/pub area with TV on the second deck. Entertainment facilities include TV, Video, DVD, CD and tape player.
There are 2 sundecks, with a shaded area for relaxation, and a large dive deck with dive platform allows easy access to the water. Nitrox up to 36% plus partial pressure system and filling equipment for Tec purpose is available on board. There is also a recharge for torch, cameras and flash equipment.
SPECIFICATION
Length 38m, Beam 8m, Draft 3m, 2 caterpillar Engines 750HP, 3 Generators, 2 Compressors, Nitrox - UBS EANx Membrane, 2x Rib with outboard.
NAVIGATION / SAFETY
Radar, VHF marina Radio, DSC, Echo sounder, chart plotter and GPS, satellite phone, oxygen and first aid, life jackets and life rafts.
To book your place all you need to do is forward your deposit of £100 in Cash or Cheque made payable to Regal Dive to the shop. The remaining balance of £899 will be payable 8 weeks before departure.
Price per person includes: Flights (Gatwick), transfers & FB accommodation and soft drinks. 6 days diving, last night on board or in hotel. 3 - 4 dives a day, last day 2 dives, guide, tanks, weights.
I hope you’ll all agree that this looks to be a truly stunning holiday and I for one can’t wait. I have the entire boat held for the next 4 weeks only -after that it will be open to the general public. So please confirm your place early to avoid disappointment.
