Tour Details
Located amid the lovely Wadi El Gemal National Park 70 kilometers south of Marsa Alam, the Hamada damage is among Egypt’s most appealing diving sites. This underwater gem off the coast of Abu Ghusun has become a scuba diving paradise with its unusual combined marine life and nautical records.
A Shipwreck with a Story
The bulk service ship Hamada went down inside the Red Sea on a tragic day of June 29, 1993. The ship became carrying plastic granulate on its voyage from Jeddah to Suez whilst it went aground in tough waters. Though the ship itself is now under the sea, traces of the deliver’s cargo continue to wash ashore from Abu Ghusun, adding suspense to the area.
The Life and Legacy of Abu Ghusun (Hamada Wreck)
Before they entered Egypt’s submerged legacy, the Hamada had an interesting and active past.. This deliver, which became built in 1965 at Aberdeen’s John Lewis & Sons shipyard and measures sixty five.1 meters in period and 11.1 meters in width, changed names frequently at some stage in its possession. The Valletta, Malta-primarily based Phemios Shipping Co. Finally bought it out. Where it currently rests, in halves at depths of 10–18 meters, the coral reefs of Abu Ghusun were the putting for the last episode of the Hamada’s voyage.
A Diver’s Playground
Parts of the ship’s indoors are nonetheless available, making the Hamada damage an handy tour for scuba divers. The constructing is remarkably undamaged, imparting fascinating vistas into the past, even if it’s miles fairly overgrown via coral and aquatic existence. Longer exploration hours and colourful photograph opportunities are made feasible via the shallow depth, making it a super dive for beginners and seasoned smash divers alike.
Marine Life Meets History in Abu Ghusun (Hamada Wreck)
Though the waters around the wreck are rich in marine life, not handiest is the wreck itself a treasure. Nowadays, the ruin is home to a peaceful and amazing underwater scene with vibrant coral, lively dolphins, and brilliant schools of fish. As they swim across the damage, divers may also see turtles, moray eels, and even reef sharks sometimes.
Preserving a Piece of Egypt’s Maritime Past
A widespread part of maritime records has been preserved by remodeling the Hamada into an synthetic reef. The maintenance of this submerged artifact is assured by using neighborhood conservation efforts, so it’ll be loved by way of many years to come back. By following secure diving techniques and being conscious of the delicate marine ecosystem, site visitors might also play a position in maintaining this region.
What is included in the tour
- Two Scuba dives Experience
- Rental equipment
- Free photos and videos
- Pick up and drop from your hotel
- Water /soft drinks/snacks
What makes this tour special
- well equipped safety gear and instructions provided to divers for a comfortable experience
- photos and videos of your journey under the sea with the marine life will be shared with you
