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Itinerary: Simply The Best Project Shark
Dates: 15th  – 22nd May 2023
Aboard: M/Y blue Horizon

The Vessel…

Updated as recently as 2016, multi-award winning M/Y blue Horizon is our flagship vessel and the benchmark for all other blue o two vessels to follow. With a contemporary and stylish feel, M/Y blue Horizon takes liveaboard luxury to a whole new level and is truly deserving of the title ‘Best Liveaboard’ in the 2016 and 2015 Sport Diver awards..

The Itinerary…

• Project Shark’ itineraries aim to get you up close and personal with the oceans’ apex predators. When not diving, you will have opportunities to learn about the history, ecology and global issues facing these ancient, intriguing creatures. Through structured and engaging sessions you will also learn about the biology and behaviour of sharks. As part of the Project Shark itinerary, you will also have a chance to learn about globally endangered marine species and what we as divers can do to help protect them. The week will offer the opportunity to:
  • Learn about the biology and behaviour of sharks
  • Learn about methods and skills in marine biological studies; collecting data, species identification, data analysis
  • Learn about globally endangered marine species and what we can do as divers to ensure their protection
  • Enjoy fantastic diving on some of the best dive sites in the world
  • Experience potential close encounters with sharks, manta rays and whale sharks (although it is important to say we can never guarantee this.)

  Paul Vinten leads a team who deliver Blue O Two’s Project Shark programme. Paul has a degree in Applied Marine Biology and commercial diving. When he is not available, Paul has trained other members of the Blue O Two team to lead the sessions. Whoever you get, you will be delighted you chose a Project Shark itinerary.

  In the Red Sea,  in the world-famous marine parks at Brothers and Daedalus, this thrilling itinerary of spectacular drop offs is perfect for divers keen to glimpse some big animals at these remote off-shore reefs.

  Through seminars you will have the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the biology and behaviour of sharks.  There will also be a chance to learn about globally endangered marine species and what as divers we can do to aid their protection.

  If for any reason Paul is unavailable to host this trip due to circumstances outside of our control, we will provide you with an alternative, suitably qualified and experienced dive guide. For the avoidance of doubt, any change in dive guide does not give you the right to amend, change or cancel your holiday, and any changes made will be subject to our normal terms and conditions.

  This is an amazing opportunity to dive some of the most stunning reefs in the Red Sea.

• Day 1Visit dive sites local to your departure port for three dives (a check dive, practice zodiac dive and night dive) before heading out to the marine parks.
• Days 2-5We normally plan to spend a day at one of the Brothers Islands, Daedalus and the Elphinstone area.Normally you will have the opportunity to make three dives per day (night dives are not permitted in the marine parks).
• Day 6After a week of drop-offs, enjoy two relaxed morning dives local to your arrival port allowing you to cruise into harbour in the early afternoon. Take advantage of an evening onshore to purchase souvenirs and enjoy Egypt’s famous hospitality before your journey home the next day.
• PLEASE NOTEThe itinerary above is an example of the planned route and dive sites cannot be guaranteed. All dive sites are subject to weather conditions and the final route taken is at the absolute discretion of the captain and dive guides.This itinerary can depart from and arrive to either Port Ghalib or Hurghada, which will influence the order of the itinerary and the dive sites available at the start and end of the week. Please note that ports are subject to change.

Itinerary Highlights:

Daedalus Reef

This huge reef rises from the sea bed in the middle of the Red Sea. Easily recognized by its zebra-striped lighthouse, this massive reef offers some of the most amazing dives in the Red Sea. The sheer walls are covered in overgrown hard coral formations and a variety of reef fish. Napoleon wrasses and turtles are often cruising by, but make sure you keep your eyes open on the blue! Daedalus is one of those places where anything can happen… oceanic white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, a lonesome hammerhead shark or schools of them. The excitement and the sheer size of this reef means that you can do several dives and not get bored!

Elphinstone Reef

A Red Sea legend. One of the most beautiful reefs, with north and south plateau’s covered in hard and soft corals. This is a truly awesome reef!

QUALIFICATION NEEDED:

The currents at these fantastic dive sites are what make its sightings so exciting but also means that this itinerary is not suitable for inexperienced divers. For your safety, we ask that divers must be a PADI Open Water diver or equivalent and have logged a minimum of 30 dives to join this safari. Please note that night diving and snorkelling is prohibited in the marine park where you will normally spend three or four days of the trip depending on the route. To get the most out of these superb dive sites, many dives will be from a RIB.

£1,299 per person ( Fights are Extra)
Includes:  full board accommodation on the vessel (water, tea/coffee, soft drinks), all diving on 12ltr cylinder with air fills and weights, and fuel surcharges.

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For more information or to book on to this Red Sea liveaboard trip, please contact Paul at Aqualogistics on 0161 480 5745 or email geoff@aqualogistics.co.uk.