Tiran island By Boat Located at the entrance of the straits of Tiran, the Tiran Island is a must-see destination during any Sharm el-Sheikh holiday. While the clear blue waters surrounding the island are a swimmer’s paradise, the island alone is worth more than 1-hour boat excursion from Sharm’s shore because its stunning beaches are just as gorgeous as the underwater wonders below. The water is 1800 m deep in this part of the Aqaba Gulf and it is very probable to spot sharks, manta rays and barracudas in the deeper waters. Tiran Island is a mass of granite covered by sedimentary rocks and coral reefs six kilometers off the eastern coast of Sinai . Sanafir Island is about two-anda-half kilometers west of Tiran, its large open bay offers refuge for ships in case of emergency. The islands’ only water source is rainwater that accumulates in holes formed by winter floods. Long shores, sandy beaches and clear waters – paradise on earth. The northern part of Tiran Island is a flat plain, whilst the southern side is hilly and mountainous, To the east is an isolated lagoon, with inviting crystal blue waters, resembling that of a luxurious swimming pool. Surrounding the northern and eastern sides of the island are the most spellbinding and spectacular live corals one could ever dream of seeing, exclusive to the Gulf of Aqaba, attracting all kinds of marine inhabitants, even turtles are expected to lay Their eggs on Tiran ‘s shores. Originally belonging to Saudi Arabia, Tiran Island was leased to Egypt during the war of 1956, to President Nasser from King Feisal. The straits, being the only entry, enabled Tiran Island to play a significant part in the war of 1956, therefore it was used as an observation post or watch tower to monitor the passage of boats and ships through to the Gulf of Aqaba, thus preventing the entrance of ammunition during this critical time. Itinerary Pick up from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh, drive to the Marine to take the boat.Sail to the Blue Laguna. Sail for more one and half hours to the north east of Sharm El Sheikh along gulf of Aqaba, until reaching the Blue Laguna, It is a perfect site to snorkel, The Laguna is not deep but there are a lot of coral reefs and fishes there. Don’t Worry Our guides provide you with a briefing on how to snorkel, how to use equipment, and they will show You the best places to snorkel, give you detailed information about fish and corals. Sail to Tiran Island. Sail towards to Tiran Island where you can make a great snorkeling. Lunch on the boat sail again to another stop & Snorkeling You can see the famous wreck of Gordon Reef. By the end of the day Back your hotel Sail back to the Marine of Sharm el Sheikh approximately (4 pm) the boat will be back to the Marine. You will be picked up and driven back to your hotel. Included
Posted on: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:13:08 +0000