Classic Sudan
A classic route through the northern Sudanese Red Sea — an ideal choice for a first acquaintance with diving in Sudan. The program covers 90 nautical miles north of Port Sudan and includes the country’s most iconic dive sites: the sunken vessel Umbria, Sanganeb National Marine Park with 23 dive sites, the legendary Sha’ab Rumi — site of Cousteau’s underwater station, and Angarosh reef, known for schools of grey reef sharks.
The route suits divers of various levels. The program provides 21–25 dives per expedition. In October and early November, manta encounters are possible. An extended “Land and Sea” version with shore excursions to historic coastal sites is available.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
Year-round (mantas: October–November)
Visibility
20–30 meters
Water Temperature
26–30°C
Level
From Open Water
Duration
7 nights
Useful Information
Best Season
March–June and September–November (calm seas, best visibility); hammerhead action peaks in the cooler months
Visa
A visa is required for most nationalities and must be arranged in advance through a Sudanese embassy or consulate — there is no visa on arrival. A passport valid for at least six months is needed. The country is unstable, so always check the current situation and your government's travel advice before booking.
How to Get There
Connecting flights (usually via the Middle East) to Port Sudan (PZU), or to Khartoum (KRT) with a domestic hop to the coast. Routes and carriers change often — confirm the current options well in advance.
Climate
Tropical desert, 30–42°C in summer, 25–32°C in winter, almost no rainfall
Currency
Sudanese pound (SDG), onboard payments usually in USD or EUR
Time Zone
UTC+2
