THE UMBRIA & WINGATE REEF
The Italian cargo ship sunk on June 9, 1940, the day before Italy went to war. She was headed to East Africa carrying over 300.000 bombs and other war supplies for Italian troops. The reason for her unfortunate fate is a mystery, some believe she was scuttled by her captain for fear that she would fall into the hands of the British. Others maintain that she was under threat from a German submarine. Today she lies on her port side in 35 - 40m.
SANGANEB
The coral reef surrounding the site of the famous British-built lighthouse at Sanganeb has everything a diver could wish for. Rising from depths of 800m, the outer drop-offs boast caves and gullies, and one of the richest displays of soft coral in the Red Sea. In the depths, hammerheads sweep back and forth awaiting a photo opportunity.
SHAAB AMBAR
Ambar reef is a large horseshoe shaped reef surrounding a lagoon with vertical outer walls. The lagoon provides a safe haven for liveaboard boats for the night.
SEILADA
SEILADA island here the powder-white sand creates a perfect ground for several species of turtles. At the right time of year you can watch the turtles here, as they slowly crawl out of the sea to lay their eggs. At this site turtles are almost always guaranteed.
PENDER
Pender reef is a small reef with a similar shape as the Nakhalat in el Quseer. Hammerhead sharks are relatively common here, as well as schools of tuna.
PINNACLE
Pinnacle is like a big tower and extends from a depth of about 10 to 12 meters. Here we often have strong currents and this place is a meeting point for hammerhead sharks, gray reef sharks and big tuna. The Sudanese waters always offer good visibility, often crystal clear. The reefs are highly colored with pink, yellow and red soft corals, large colorful anemones and everything is very much alive wherever you look.