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Description
Boat
Elegante is a dive schooner with italian management, completely renovated in summer 2009, it was designed to offer the maximum safety and comfort during navigation.
Measuring 25m long and 6.5m wide, it is powered with an engine Fiat Iveco AIFO 260 HP Diesel and cruises at 10 knots per hour.
There is a large comfortable salon with restaurant and bar area, there has everything you will need for entertainment, such as TV, DVDs, HiFi equipment, VCR, books and games. There is also air conditioning throughout the boat.
Elegante also has a very large teak wood deck, the front of which is normally used for dressing for diving and the back as the outdoor restaurant area, relaxation and sunbathing areas.
Elegante have on board 2 electric generators and two air compressor to refill cylinders, with electric and petrol engine, these double systems avoid any possible failure for a good result of cruises.
Elegante has experienced Italian management and staff, the crew will ensure you a high standard comfortable cruise. The staff consists of an Italian skipper and a crew of four people, including the chef. On board are also always present a dive instructor and a dive master, so it is possible to achieve “Open Water” or “Advanced” courses.
Cabin
Elegante has 7 guest cabins and it can welcome up to 14 guests per trip:
All cabins equipped with individual air-conditioning, private bathroom, and storage area.
2 Double Suites :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed, a mini fridge and stereo HI-FI diffusers, portholes.
1 Double Cabin :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed and portholes.
4 Double/Twin Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed and single bunk bed, portholes.
Diving
- Usually offer 2 - 3 dives per day, night dives are possible.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- No dives on the day of embarkation and disembarkation.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Not available at the moment
- 15L Tanks：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash only (EUR/USD)
- Crew members: 6 - 7, include 1 - 2 dive guide(s)
Itineraries
Sudan
THE CRUISES IN SUDAN :
We organise diving safari for 8D/7N, 12D/11N or more weeks, with different itineraries. During the trip will be possible to dive in the amazing diving spots, It is also possible to visit a fabulous islands like The Snake's island , Mesharifa where is possible to make birdwatching. For to reach the diving sites we always use a rubber dinghy which will be moored close to the diving point until the emergence of the divers.
CLASSIC ITINERARY
This itinerary is available all the year, you can visit what we consider the historical sites in Sudan. Reef always full of life offer enormous emotions . They are perfect for those who visit the Sudanese Red Sea for the first time given the relative proximity to Port Sudan and comfortable anchorage points.
You will have the opportunity to see the fabled shark point of Shab Rumi and Sanganeb , the famous " laboratory submerged " Cousteau Precontinente II and the legendary wreck of Umbria, Wingate reef-Umbria wreck, Sanganeb reef (North and South) and Sha’ab rumi reef (North, South and precontinente 2).
NORTH ITINERARY
From August to the second week of November and from Middle of March will be possible to make in one week the itinerary until the reefs of Ras abu Shagara (Angarosh, Merlo and Abington Reefs). During september and october will be possible to see many mantas closed to Mesharifa Island (Manta’s point). You will also visit Sanganeb, Umbria wreck (wingate), Shab Rumi, Shab Suedi, Qita el Banna, Angarosh (Mother of the sharks), Merlo, Abinton.
SOUTH ITINERARY
From the end of February will be possible to make in one week the south itinerary where is possible to dive in Suakin's Archipelago . The cruise start from Shab Rumi to the south toward Suakin archipelago (Old Port).
Start from Port Sudan to Shab Rumi, Sanganeb (light house) Jumna. In the following days will be possible to dive in: Pinnacle, Shab Quseir, Seil Ada kebir (turtle's island),Kery reef, every nights the boat will go back to shab Abambar as is the only safety place for spend the night in that area, all the others reef are too small. Wingate reef /Umbria wreck. Port Sudan. last day is possible to organize an excursion to the old Port (by bus) .
Djibouti
Djibouti is far from the beaten track for most scuba divers but if it is whalesharks you want to see, there is no place better. Whilst most whaleshark encounters are close to shore, we stingily recommend a liveaboard here so you can escape the crowds of day boat snorkelers and focus on these stunning plankton eating sharks.
There is no doubt as to what the main attraction is here. Each and every year whale sharks cruise into Djibouti's waters, stopping off on their annual migrations. If you have not yet managed to see these formidable beauties - or just want to see them again - then our Djibouti Liveaboard is the trip for you.
Day 1 : arrival in Djibouti (boarding after dinner) the program is based with arrival by Turkish Airlines at 23:05.
Day 2 : Start of the cruise: check dive at MOUSHA ISLAND, second dive at FAON wreck, overnight at Mousha islands.
Day 3 : first dive in RAS EIRO, snorkelling with whale sharks, second dive at ILE DU REQUINS, night dive and overnight in Ras Eiro
Day 4 : first dive at THE DOM, snorkelling with whale sharks, second dive at BAIE DES ETOILES, overnight at Baie des Etoiles.
Day 5 : in the morning land excursion to Lac Assal with 4x4 jeeps (extra cost), lunch on board and dive at the FOULT.
Day 6 : first dive at SEC DE LA PASS, second dive at RAS CORALLI, snorkelling with whale sharks, overnight at Baie de l'Etoile
Day 7 : snorkelling with whale sharks, second dive at FAON wreck, night in Djibouti with visit of the city
Day 8 : breakfast on board, transfer to the airport
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Egypt
Best time for diving
March to May & September to October, however, Egypt can be good for scuba diving any time of the year. The whale shark season occurs from the end of May until the end of July. The plankton blooms bring manta rays in to feed from May to August. From May to July, there is a higher chance to spot schooling of hammerheads in Daedalus, then the hammerheads move to Jackson Reef from July to September. And the turtle nesting season also happens from late May to early July. The Thresher Shark can be best spotted in winter. Grey reef sharks, dolphins, and dugongs can be spotted year-round.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 18°C - 25°C, summer months are between 32°C - 40°C.
Sea : winter months are between 20°C - 24°C, summer months are between 27°C - 30°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
In the winter months, a 5 - 7 mm full wetsuit is recommended. In summer months a rash vest or 3 mm shorty wetsuit is recommended.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels depending on which route you are heading to. We do recommend a minimum of 30 logged dives with AOW or equivalent level to enjoy the dives in Egypt.
You can find out more information about diving in Egypt here : Egypt.
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which route you are heading to, the embarkation and disembarkation can be from Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF), or Sharm El Sheikh (SSH).
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Egypt’s international airports. If you opt for a visa on arrival, you’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a travel itinerary, and documentation to prove accommodation or any booked tours.
Vaccinations
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if traveling from a country with a risk of YF virus transmission and ≥9 months of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with a risk of YF virus transmission. This includes Eritrea, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, and Zambia.1 In the absence of a vaccination certificate, the person will be detained in quarantine for up to 6 days after departure from an area at risk of YF virus transmission. An overview of the countries to which this applies can be downloaded here: Yellow Fever Risk Countries.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and ATMs are common, especially in the main tourist areas. Major hotels will usually accept payment by credit card. However, smaller hotels may expect cash and hard currency payments (USD/EUR).
Drones
To bring a drone to Egypt and fly it, you need to receive permission from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). If you do not have documentation of authorization, your drone will be confiscated at customs. However, getting permission to fly a drone from the CAA is difficult. Should you somehow manage to get your drone in, the onboarding screening will detect your drone and one of two things will happen: 1. your drone will be confiscated at the point of arrival and stored at the airport. 2. the drone will be detected and confiscated when you are leaving the country and you’ll be sanctioned for bringing an illegal commodity to Egypt. - So don't risk it, and leave your drone at home if you’re planning to travel to Egypt.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such a service.
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