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Explore Hamata

Hamata, nestled in the southern reaches of the Red Sea, offers divers an untouched and pristine underwater haven. This remote Egyptian destination is renowned for its diverse dive sites, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts of all levels. The journey to Hamata, though distant with the nearest airport in Marsa Alam over 200 kilometers away, rewards travelers with stunning marine environments. Dive experiences here range from vibrant coral reefs and towering walls to intriguing wrecks and hidden caves, providing a variety of underwater landscapes to explore. Diving in Hamata is uniquely enriched by its status as a protected marine area, where environmentally conscious dive centers ensure an organic experience for all. The region is home to notable sites such as Gota Soraya and Sha’ab Claudia, where divers can witness an array of marine life from tiny nudibranchs to majestic sharks. The area's peak diving season from June to September offers the warmest waters and best visibility, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty and biodiversity of Hamata's underwater world. Whether opting for shore dives, boat trips, or liveaboards, Hamata promises an unforgettable diving adventure.

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Safari Centralne – Diving in Egypt with Ticada

Safari Centralne – Diving in Egypt with Ticada

May 22–29, 2027 | Safy Mar Boat | Red SeaJoin us for a week of diving in the most fascinating locations in the central Red Sea. On this itinerary, you’ll see the underwater labyrinths and canyons of Fury Shoal, the nearly pristine coral gardens of Wadi Gimal, the vertical walls of Daedalus Reef, and the wrecks near Safaga. At Elphinstone and Daedalus, there’s a chance to encounter sharks. We’ll be staying aboard the brand-new, luxurious safari boat Safy Mar.Highlights of the itineraryFury Shoal: tunnels, grottos, caves, and canyonsWadi Gimal: rich coral reefs, still rarely visitedDaedalus Reef: vertical, coral-covered walls surrounding a small islet in the middle of the seaElphinstone Reef: A Chance to See Sharks and TurtlesDolphin House: snorkeling with dolphinsSalem Express: an impressive wreck near SafagaWho is this for?The tour is for divers of all levels, including those diving in Egypt for the first time. The minimum certification level is OWD / P1.Trip PlanDay 1: Arrival in Egypt, boarding, free time at the portDay 2: Departure, check dive at Shaab Marsa, overnight flight to Fury ShoalDay 3: Snorkeling with dolphins, diving at Fury Shoal (Sataya, Malahi, Claudia)Day 4: Daedalus Reef, three dives around the islandDay 5: Wadi Gimal, three or four divesDay 6: Elphinstone Reef and Abu DababDay 7: Safaga (Salem Express, Panorama), return to port, free timeDay 8: Transfer to the airport, departure for PolandThis is a tentative schedule. The program and number of dives are subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.Łódź: Safy MarThe Safy Mar is a luxury safari boat set to launch in August 2025. It is 44 m long, 9.5 m wide, and features five decks designed with comfort in mind.Cabins: 17 spacious double cabins with large beds, individually controlled air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet.On board:massage parlorworkshop with tables for photography equipment and rebreatherstwo bars with a coffee machine, fresh fruit smoothies, and drinksa large indoor lounge and a restaurant serving local cuisinetwo outdoor lounge bars with sofas, a sundeck with lounge chairs, and a space for yoga and stretchingTechnical specifications: two Mercedes engines, each with 1,000 KM (cruising speed 10–12 knots), two 60-kW generators, two Bauer compressors at 450 l/min, a nitrox membrane, and two high-capacity desalinators.Price1,520 EUR – safari in Egypt2,700 PLN – flightThe price includesAirport–Łódź–Airport transfer (when purchasing a flight)7 nights’ lodging (the first or last night may be at a hotel)3 meals a day, plus fruit and snacks (on the first and last days, the number of meals depends on flight times)the guidance of a Polish dive guide11.1-liter aluminum tanks with air filling and weight (without belts or weight pockets)beverages: coffee, tea, and carbonated drinksDives: 2–3 on the first day, 3–4 per day on subsequent days, 1–2 on the last dayKL and NNW insurance from UNIQA covering divingMandatory on-site fees (at the airport or on the boat)Egyptian visa: 30 USDTips for the crew: 80 EURTips for guides: 20 EUREnvironmental and park fee: 80 EUR* (*amount set by the Egyptian government; subject to change)port fee in Port Ghalib and Hurghada (25 EUR per day in port): 50 EURAdditional Options15-liter tank, stage tank, or second tank for sidemount: 35 EUR/week.nitrox, 12-liter or 15-liter tank: 80 EUR/week.nitrox, sidemount/twin: 120 EUR/weektwin: 75 EUR/weekunderwater scooter: 15 EUR/diveEquipment rental (jacket, regulator): 40 EUR/week.Computer: 25 EUR/weekflashlight: 25 EUR/weekSelection of a specific cabin: 100 EUR per personAbsorbent and oxygen for rebreathers: please contact usFlightsflights from most airports in Polandoption to purchase additional sports luggageassistance with transporting non-standard diving equipmentDepartures from Gdańsk, Wrocław, or Poznań: 150 PLN surcharge on the ticketInsuranceAll participants are covered by UNIQA’s KL and NNW insurance up to 50,000 EUR, under a plan that includes high-risk sports.You can also purchase trip cancellation insurance (up to 30 days before departure). It covers the full amount paid in the event of illness or other extraordinary circumstances (UNIQA General Terms and Conditions, §27 and §28). It costs 3% of the trip price.Reservations and PaymentsA binding payment equal to the price of the airline ticket confirms the reservation.Payment methods:bank transfer (we will provide the details upon booking)online payment (we’ll send the link upon request)cash in the officeThe portion in EUR can be paid in PLN at the EUR selling rate of Alior Bank as of the date of the transfer. If you need a VAT invoice, please request it when signing the contract.Contact and Registration???? 509 412 001✉️ biuro@ticada.pl???? Suchy Dwór, 20A Stanisława Lema St.Diving safaris with Ticada—see you underwater!The price includes

Centrum Nurkowe TICADA, Ticada, Stanislawa Lema 20A, 81-198, Suchy Dwor, POL
May 22, 2027
$385.49
PLN 1,520.00

Dive Activity

Diving in Hamata

This region was first only accessible by liveaboard which is still one of the main ways divers visit these remote dive sites. Now there are dive centres which allow divers to go on day trips on a boat and go shore diving. Despite it not being the largest diving area, it does offer everything from Open Water dive courses to technical diving, so no matter your level you will have a successful diving experience here.

There are wrecks, drift dives, reef walls and shallow coral reefs; in other words you want it, Hamata diving area has it.

Dive Centers

Dive Sites

The best Months to dive in Hamata

One of the best qualities of the Red Sea is that the visibility is always above average year-round and there are no extreme seasonal effects on diving. The visibility generally stays between 20-40 metres. The water temperature is at its lowest in February at 20 degrees Celsius and between June and September the water is at its warmest at 28 degrees Celsius. Considering most of the dives are from boats, there could be days that the sea is rougher due to strong winds, just to keep in consideration.

May is the best month to spot sharks in this region, should that be what you are hoping to see.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Hamata

There are species here of all sizes to spot. There are dive sites here which are well-known for being able to spot many species of sharks including numerous reef sharks, schools of Hammerhead Sharks, the rare Thresher Shark and sometimes even Whale Sharks. Apart from sharks other larger species include Mata Rays, Tuna, Napoleon Fish, Sea Turtles and Moray Eels. On the other end of the size scale are small, but still impressive, species including a large variety of Nudibranchs, Anemone Fish, Scorpion Fish and huge schools of rainbow-coloured reef fish.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Moray Eel

Moray Eel

2.9k Sightings
J
65
F
84
M
86
A
227
M
314
J
265
J
298
A
236
S
376
O
466
N
373
D
132

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 600

Wrasse

Wrasse

947 Sightings
J
21
F
35
M
36
A
53
M
111
J
95
J
63
A
76
S
131
O
171
N
89
D
66
Green Turtle

Green Turtle

908 Sightings
J
33
F
44
M
46
A
86
M
79
J
93
J
112
A
72
S
145
O
93
N
91
D
14

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 27

Barracuda

Barracuda

652 Sightings
J
9
F
33
M
23
A
29
M
76
J
41
J
89
A
57
S
101
O
100
N
70
D
24

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 300

Octopus

Octopus

295 Sightings
J
10
F
0
M
5
A
17
M
48
J
27
J
21
A
25
S
51
O
51
N
37
D
3
Common Dolphin

Common Dolphin

192 Sightings
J
2
F
0
M
9
A
14
M
11
J
14
J
22
A
18
S
26
O
32
N
32
D
12
Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle

107 Sightings
J
0
F
11
M
0
A
0
M
16
J
1
J
1
A
2
S
42
O
10
N
24
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 28

Clownfish

Clownfish

4.1k Sightings
J
103
F
119
M
156
A
299
M
374
J
314
J
352
A
409
S
594
O
655
N
464
D
215

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish

3.1k Sightings
J
73
F
83
M
92
A
243
M
309
J
237
J
264
A
363
S
396
O
551
N
355
D
177

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 100

Parrotfish

Parrotfish

3k Sightings
J
89
F
89
M
124
A
240
M
245
J
253
J
233
A
296
S
451
O
496
N
335
D
177

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 12

Lionfish

Lionfish

2.9k Sightings
J
84
F
54
M
108
A
252
M
280
J
251
J
261
A
261
S
334
O
522
N
337
D
155

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

Angelfish

Angelfish

2.6k Sightings
J
57
F
77
M
74
A
178
M
232
J
183
J
190
A
327
S
312
O
486
N
292
D
160

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

Triggerfish

Triggerfish

2.4k Sightings
J
65
F
88
M
91
A
148
M
211
J
236
J
191
A
231
S
332
O
428
N
262
D
144

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Pufferfish

Pufferfish

2.1k Sightings
J
85
F
56
M
66
A
151
M
211
J
162
J
129
A
194
S
272
O
384
N
241
D
142

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 85

Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish

2k Sightings
J
55
F
69
M
62
A
186
M
157
J
157
J
128
A
212
S
282
O
379
N
187
D
150

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 80

Stingrays

Stingrays

1.8k Sightings
J
46
F
50
M
97
A
170
M
183
J
158
J
92
A
117
S
236
O
323
N
244
D
117

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 8

Bannerfish

Bannerfish

1.5k Sightings
J
33
F
47
M
60
A
106
M
139
J
136
J
105
A
132
S
224
O
274
N
205
D
69

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 150

Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts

846 Sightings
J
18
F
44
M
29
A
51
M
77
J
67
J
67
A
83
S
111
O
161
N
98
D
40

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 350

Damselfish

Damselfish

795 Sightings
J
29
F
33
M
25
A
66
M
77
J
84
J
40
A
62
S
116
O
113
N
90
D
60

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

Soldierfish

Soldierfish

791 Sightings
J
20
F
26
M
6
A
73
M
105
J
77
J
68
A
73
S
61
O
110
N
98
D
74

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

Goatfish

Goatfish

790 Sightings
J
36
F
31
M
25
A
75
M
62
J
73
J
55
A
73
S
120
O
124
N
59
D
57
Whitetip Reef Shark

Whitetip Reef Shark

665 Sightings
J
7
F
11
M
11
A
49
M
103
J
49
J
65
A
61
S
58
O
126
N
75
D
50

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 110

Snapper

Snapper

619 Sightings
J
15
F
37
M
21
A
37
M
50
J
30
J
28
A
76
S
79
O
111
N
71
D
64

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish

490 Sightings
J
9
F
13
M
1
A
41
M
32
J
15
J
64
A
67
S
108
O
76
N
40
D
24

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

Boxfish

Boxfish

463 Sightings
J
8
F
14
M
2
A
44
M
54
J
39
J
35
A
37
S
67
O
106
N
55
D
2

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

Jackfish

Jackfish

459 Sightings
J
6
F
21
M
5
A
26
M
44
J
18
J
31
A
30
S
68
O
114
N
68
D
28

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3000

Nudibranch

Nudibranch

397 Sightings
J
7
F
8
M
17
A
40
M
59
J
35
J
34
A
12
S
66
O
63
N
45
D
11

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets

343 Sightings
J
5
F
21
M
12
A
22
M
34
J
23
J
46
A
19
S
42
O
86
N
27
D
6

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 15

Tuna

Tuna

260 Sightings
J
6
F
11
M
7
A
52
M
69
J
48
J
22
A
4
S
13
O
2
N
13
D
13

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

Cornetfish

Cornetfish

159 Sightings
J
3
F
6
M
0
A
18
M
14
J
10
J
8
A
7
S
23
O
39
N
8
D
23

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

Pipefish

Pipefish

146 Sightings
J
0
F
0
M
11
A
12
M
14
J
0
J
10
A
12
S
36
O
37
N
14
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 20

Porcupinefish

Porcupinefish

129 Sightings
J
3
F
12
M
0
A
15
M
11
J
0
J
4
A
2
S
14
O
52
N
16
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish

120 Sightings
J
2
F
7
M
11
A
11
M
20
J
2
J
2
A
3
S
15
O
32
N
5
D
10

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

Stonefish

Stonefish

114 Sightings
J
8
F
6
M
0
A
6
M
1
J
7
J
18
A
21
S
8
O
34
N
0
D
5

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3400

Shrimp

Shrimp

111 Sightings
J
3
F
2
M
12
A
1
M
3
J
1
J
21
A
0
S
26
O
20
N
18
D
4