Dive Elphinstone Reef in Marsa Alam
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This world-renowned reef is a haven for diverse marine life. Swim alongside vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, encounter majestic oceanic whitetip sharks, and if you're lucky, witness the graceful dance of manta rays or even the elusive hammerhead shark.1 hour
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
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12L Tanks
Hotel pickup and drop-off at Marsa Alam
One dive in Elphinstone reef
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15L Tanks
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Thrilling Marine Encounters: Elphinstone is famous for its abundance of pelagic life. Divers frequently encounter:
Oceanic Whitetip Sharks: Especially prevalent from September to November.
Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks: Often seen from June to August.
Mantas: Graceful giants that visit the reef in March and April.
Other Marine Life: Expect to see colorful reef fish, vibrant corals, and possibly dolphins, turtles, and barracudas.
Dramatic Underwater Topography:
Vertical Walls: The reef features dramatic drop-offs plunging to depths of over 100 meters, creating an exhilarating diving experience.
North and South Plateaus: These offer shallower areas with diverse coral formations and abundant fish life.
Varied Dive Sites:
Drift Dives: Experience the thrill of drifting along the reef wall with the current.
Wall Dives: Explore the vertical walls covered in colorful soft and hard corals.
Reef Dives: Discover the rich biodiversity of the reef's plateaus.
Suitable for Different Levels: While Elphinstone is generally considered an advanced dive site due to currents and depth, some areas are suitable for less experienced divers with proper guidance.View Location
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Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 1 hour before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- German
- Russian
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Cairo time to receive 100% refund.
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