Red Sea Sharks
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The “Red Sea Sharks” route is for those seeking shark encounters. Visiting offshore reefs of the southern Red Sea from May to August, when chances of seeing sharks are highest.
The route includes St. Johns, Rocky, Daedalus, and Elphinstone — remote offshore reef systems of the Red Sea with deep sheer walls in the path of strong currents. Currents carry nutrients, attracting large pelagic predators.
A large variety of shark species — hammerheads, oceanic whitetips, grey reef, silky, and thresher sharks. Dolphins and other large marine inhabitants. The best chances for close contact with the mysterious world of Red Sea sharks. Minimum 30 dives in logbook.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
May — August
Visibility
20–40 meters
Water Temperature
26–30°C
Level
Advanced Open Water
Duration
7 nights
Min. Dives
30
Useful Information
Best Season
March–May and September–November (optimal temperature and visibility)
Visa
E-visa or visa on arrival for Russian citizens
How to Get There
Direct flights from Moscow to Hurghada (4.5 hours) and Sharm el-Sheikh (5 hours).
Climate
Subtropical desert, 25–35°C in summer, 15–25°C in winter
Currency
Egyptian pound (EGP), USD widely accepted
Time Zone
UTC+2
