Zabargad, Sataya & Rocky Island Zabargad, Sataya & Rocky Island (7 Days / 6 Nights)
Departure and Return Port: Port Ghalib (Marsa Alam)
A Journey of Contrast — From Dolphin Lagoons to Deep Blue Walls
This extraordinary itinerary through Zabargad, Sataya, and Rocky Island takes you on a journey through the diverse soul of the Red Sea. From peaceful dolphin encounters to thrilling drop-offs in the open ocean, this route offers a perfect blend of serenity and adrenaline—ideal for divers and sea lovers who want to feel the ocean in all its forms.
🐬 Sataya Lagoon (Dolphin Reef)
A gentle start to your journey, Sataya welcomes you into its vast, shallow lagoon where pods of spinner dolphins often swim freely among snorkelers and divers. It’s a place for connection, not just observation. With crystal-clear water, colorful coral gardens, and the possibility of a sunset island walk or a beach barbecue, Sataya is a reminder of the ocean’s softer side.
🏝️ Zabargad Island
Mysterious and remote, Zabargad rises from the sea like an emerald fortress. Its dive sites offer a mix of sloping reefs, pinnacles, and coral-covered walls, where you might encounter turtles, napoleon wrasse, and reef sharks. The surrounding bays are calm and picturesque, ideal for both diving and soaking in the otherworldly landscape above the surface.
🌊 Rocky Island
In stark contrast, Rocky Island is raw and powerful. Its steep underwater cliffs and strong currents create a dramatic setting for some of the most exciting dives in the Red Sea. Expect sightings of pelagic species such as tuna, jacks, barracuda, and even sharks, especially when diving the deeper edges. Every moment here is filled with energy and movement.
✅ Why Choose This Route?
- A unique combination of tranquility and thrill
- Encounters with dolphins, turtles, sharks, and vibrant reef life
- Ideal for those who want to explore both emotional and adventurous aspects of the Red Sea
- Dive and snorkel in some of the most remote and preserved areas of Egypt
📍 Location: Southern Egyptian Red Sea
Departing from Port Ghalib or Hamata, this liveaboard route explores contrasting and complementary dive sites in the deep south.
Let the Red Sea show you its many faces.
From playful dolphins to the deep blue unknown, Zabargad, Sataya & Rocky Island offer a powerful journey through nature’s wonder.
❗ Please note:
The following are not included in the trip price and must be paid on site:
🚢 Boat crew tips: €80 per person
🌊 Marine park & port fees: €150 per person