Egypt - SAFARI
The DIVERS Club exclusively offers the unique diving holidays on the brand new luxury boat M/V TALA with the great program ZABARGAD, DAEDALUS a ROCKY ISLANDS.
Date: 30. 3. - 6. 4. 2006
Price : CZK 26 500,- (920 EUR)
These locations are well known first of all because of the high occurrence of sharks, mantas and turtles in these waters. Quantity of smaller fish and reefs forced the Egyptian authorities to create the Marine National Parks here. These locations are considered to be one of the best diving locations on the World.
Boat M/V TALA
M/V Tala is a stable120'/36m long steel-hulled vessel, with two powerful 580hp diesel Caterpillar engines which allows us to explore the most spectacular and remote dive sites in the Red Sea. M/V Tala lets you cruise in comfort and style. The interior is luxuriously fitted to provide a warm and welcoming sense of home for a maximum of 20 guests.
Accommodation
Our ten (10) cabins (for up to 20 guests) offer luxury living standards.
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2 cabins are on the main deck with queen beds (intended for couples)
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8 cabins are on the lower deck:
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4 of these cabins have a double bed and single bed for (two singles or a couple)
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2 cabins have 2 single beds (for singles)
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2 cabins have single bunk beds (for singles)
Ensuite Bathrooms:
- Each cabin has its own bathroom including toilet and shower.
Separate air-conditioning control.
Full housekeeping is available.
Safety deposit box can be found in the Captain's Cabin.
Towels and bed sheets will be provided and changed regularly.
Lounging Area:
On the main deck, you will find a stylish dining saloon and bar.
The lounging area has stereo, CD/DVD and a big screen for viewing the day's diving footage or enjoying a movie. If you feel like soaking up the sun, you will find a peaceful oasis on one of our several sundecks. For others, the cocktail/BBQ deck provides a shady haven and dining area. One of the most enjoyed features is our "Theme Nights" which range from Fish Bakes to BBQ’s to Desert Excursions...even non-divers will have a great time!
Meals
Our Chef offers a selection of 3 international cuisine per day to meet different tastes. We try to keep our menu “dive friendly” so that our divers enjoy their food and their subsequent dives. Vegetarian food is always available on the menu.
Our crew members are responsible fishermen and will provide us with a catch of the day, of course, always keeping in mind the rules and regulation of fishing in the Red Sea.
In the case of special requests, please inform us before your arrival.
Diving equipment
Our extensive range of onboard diving equipment include a 200 L/min air compressor, Trimix fill station for Helium and Oxygen partial pressure blending, and a wide variety of recreational and technical diving equipment (BCD's, Regulators, Suits, Tanks and weights). We can provide for every range of divers, from snorklers or intro-to-scuba divers to the highest level of technical diving. We even have the equipment necessary for re-breather divers, all provisions for full technical divers (double tanks and stages), and even rental scooters. For photographers & videographers, we provide rinse tanks, camera tables & storage, 240volt charging stations and air drying facilities. 
We also provide other specialty equipment and services such as tropical dry suits, rental scooters, video editing facilities, and more. The complete list of equipment on the board here
Our philosophy includes a standardized approach to the highest quality equipment ensuring you comfort and safety. Our divemasters are within the DIR system.
Approximate planned program
During the week we will visit these locations
- Samaday (photos in the gallery )
- Shaab Sharm (photos in the gallery)
- Abu Galawa
- Shaab Mansour
- Mikauwi
- Abu Diab
- Claudio
- Wadi Gimal
- Elphinstone (photos and video in the gallery)
- Zabargad
- Rocky
- St John's
Itinerary
Departure from Prague cca at 2.55 a.m., arrival to HRG cca at 7.00 a.m.
Transfer from HRG to Marsa Alam - embarkation and departure
Accomodation and program on the boat - South Safari
Thursday at 2.00 a.m. transfer to HRG airport
Departure from HRG at 8.00 a.m.
Arrival to Prague on Thursday by 12.00
Price
Price CZK 26.500,- (920 EUR) includes the air ticket, transfers, accommodation on the boat with full board including the non-alcoholic drinks, unlimited diving, tanks and weights rental
The price doesn't include: Visa 12 USD, to be paid on the airport in Egypt and the entry fee to the marine park 40 EUR
Conditions
- Diver's insurance (eg. DAN, you can get it at us)
- license minimum OWD (there are some locations accessible only for AOWD + )
- perfect health condition
- membership in the Divers Club (you can sign-up here)
You can sign-up or request more information on petr@divers.cz till 25.2.2006.
