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Red Sea Diving Liveaboard on the M.Y.Juliet

Thank you for your interest in visiting the Red Sea. This will be the eleventh year in succession that we have visited the Red Sea and we hope you will be able to join us and share in the magic of the Sinai, Dive Machine runs an average of 4-5 trips a year.

NORTHERN LIVEABOARD DATES FOR 2008 (download in pdf)

Dates for 2008:
12th - 20th July 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £799 + visa Fuel supplement and Insurance if required.
20th - 27th September 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £799 + visa Fuel supplement and Insurance if required.
May 2009 "BEST OF WRECKS & BROTHERS ISLAND" on MY Blue Melody £TBA .
8th - 15th November 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £910 + visa and Insurance if required.
August 2009 (M.Y. Juliet) £TBA.

Known since the time of the Pharaohs as the 'Land of Turquoise', the Sinai forms the junction between Africa and Asia. Here, where we are told Moses wandered for 40 years and King Solomon's mines lie buried, ranges of pink granite mountains backdrop a coast-line of turquoise reefs and indigo drop-offs.

There is no better way for the diver to observe the classic Red Sea and some of her more remote locations than on a Liveaboard. such as M.Y.Juliet. More than one thousand species of fish, some five hundred species of coral and thousands of invertebrate reef dwellers make these areas outstanding.

sinaimap.jpgIn the Red Sea the best visibility, most diverse concentration of marine life and greatest profusion of soft corals are found in the waters between the Tiran Straits and Port Sudan. The Ras Mohammed National Park, with regulations to protect and preserve marine life, was established in 1983. Even with the increase of divers over the years the pelagic shoals in the summer months are still as sensational as ever.
The Itinerary This trip was organized successfully this year and whilst no guarantees can be made on the sites that will be visited, here's some of the regular sites that we visit:

Day 1: Ras Caty Ras Mohammed, Alternatives

Day 2: Abu Nuhas, Wrecks of Ghiannis D, Carnatic, Marcus formerly known as (Chrisoula K)

Day 3: Abu Nuhas, Bluff Point

Day 4: SS. Thistlegorm, Sha'ab Ali (The world's best known wreck)

Day 5: Sarah H (Shag Rock), Small Passage, Ras Mohammed (Shark Reef)

Day 6: Tiran Straits, Gordon, Thomas, Jackson, Woodhouse reefs.

The Boat  M.Y.Juliet is a 24m (75 ft) twin screw motor cruiser built in 1997. Owned and designed by Yasser Gouda, who has a wealth of experience of divers needs, she is well equipped to provide dive exploration in style. Juliet has 7 twin berth cabins where the lower bunk is a double bed with en-suite bathrooms. The cabins all have an attractive mahogany interior and air conditioning. The salon is air-conditioned and has a TV/Video and stereo system to rival most Red Sea Liveaboards.!

The aft deck is large enough to allow the full capacity of 15 divers to kit up with space to spare. There are ample kit washing facilities and twin stair cases leading Bluecheek.jpgto the dive platform. The fly bridge is divided into sun and shade areas. There are two bar areas on board, one in the salon and the other on the fly bridge. There are also twin compressors on-board.

What's Included in the Price?
Bed Linen.
7 nights full-board, 3 meals a day, soft drinks, tea and coffee.
220v re-charging facilities.
Direct flights between Gatwick & Sharm.
Transfers.
6 days Unlimited diving, (usually 4-5 dives a day).
Dive Guide.
Weights & Cylinders.

Juliet is a dry-boat as regards alcohol however it is totally acceptable by the crew for us to bring alcohol on board. We can normally arrange for some to be loaded on board if required. This is arranged before leaving Port or picked up in Sharm airport.

The cost of the trip is only £799:00 + extra's as above:

Holiday Supplements apply (£50:00) in peak season dates. We can arrange "Holiday & Diving Insurance" @ £40:00 if you do not have your own,

Visa on entry into Sharm total max of £15:00. Please visit our download page for up to date prices and dates of trips with availability.

What Qualifications do I need?
This trip is open to anyone who holds a recognized diving qualification. It would be advantageous however if you held a minimum or equivalent of least BSAC Sport or PADI Advanced Open Water Diver qualifications. Non-divers and snorkellers are also welcome. Training is available on most of our trips.

Climate The climate for most of the year, except in the winter months of December, January and February, it is Hot and Dry

In the evenings during the winter months it is occasionally necessary to wear a sweater, otherwise 'shorts and t-shirts' are adequate.

The amount of thermal protection you'll need underwater does depend on how much you feel the cold, but a 3mm-7mm wetsuit should be more than adequate dependant on time of year.Main Lounge

Passports You will need to be in possession of a full 10 year passport. In addition it must be valid for at least six months after the date of return and have two blank pages to allow room for the visa stamps.

Medical Considerations It is recommended that you have current vaccinations for the following: Hepatitis 'A', Polio, Typhoid, Tetanus. These vaccinations are not compulsory, but are strongly recommended. Please check with your General Practitioner for up to date requirements.

Currency The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (LE). The approximate exchange rate is £1 = LE.9. You are unlikely to require any significant amount of spending money. Just enough to cover the cost of any alcohol consumed during the trip and for souvenirs purchased on the last day, which is spent in Sharm El Sheikh.

Our Red Sea holidays and flights are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. We use UK based Agents that are ATOL/ABTA bonded for your holiday protection.

NORTHERN LIVEABOARD DATES FOR 2009 (download in pdf)

Dates for 2008:
12th - 20th July 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £799 + visa Fuel supplement and Insurance if required.
20th - 27th September 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £799 + visa Fuel supplement and Insurance if required.
8th - 15th November 2008 (M.Y. Juliet) £910 + visa and Insurance if required.
May 2009 "BEST OF WRECKS & BROTHERS ISLAND" on MY Blue Melody £TBA .
August 2009 (M.Y. Juliet) £TBA.

Please note Excel flights currently do not include in flight meals for 2008. See what's available. In flight meals

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Last Updated : 16th December 2008

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