The Deep South itinerary reveals the Red Sea at its most untouched and serene, exploring the spectacular reefs of St. John’s, Fury Shoals, Zabargad, and the famous Sataya Reef (Dolphin House). This region is renowned for vibrant coral gardens, pinnacles, caverns, and shallow reefs teeming with marine life. At Sataya Reef, guests may encounter large pods of spinner dolphins resting and playing in the lagoon. With warm waters, excellent visibility, and minimal boat traffic, the Deep South offers relaxed diving, snorkeling, underwater photography, and immersive experiences suitable for all experience levels.
Schedule
A day-by-day overview of your liveaboard safari experience
Arrival on the boat depending on your flights

Departure from Marsa Alam
Dive 1: Marsa Shouna (Bay/Seagrass)
Dive 2: Elphinstone (Drop-offs/2 coral plateaus)

Dive 3: Daedalus Reef (Wall-off/Coral Shelf)
Dive 4: Daedalus Reef (Wall-off/Coral Shelf)
Dive 5: Daedalus Reef (Wall-off/Coral Shelf)

Dive 6: Rocky Island (Drop-off)
Dive 7: Rocky Island (Drop-off)
Dive 8: Zabargad Island (Drop-off, Coral Plateau)

Dives 9: Saint John's Reef area (site depending on weather)
Dives 10: Saint John's Reef area (site depending on weather)
Dive 11: Saint John's Reef Caves

Dive 12: Sataya (Dolphins)
Dive 13: Shaab Claudio (Caves)
Dive 14: Shaab Marsa Alam (Coral Gardens)

Dives 15: Elphinstone (Drop-offs/2 coral plateaus)
Dives 16: Elphinstone (Drop-offs/2 coral plateaus)

Return to Marsa Alam
End of your cruise
