Escorted Get Wrecked

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The Escorted Get Wrecked tour gives you the chance to pick the brains of an expert. This is the itinerary for those divers that want to know more about the wrecks they are visiting. Each wreck dived bristles with the history and stories that brought it to the Northern Red Sea. Throughout the ages, this region has been vital to shipping routes. Many vessels entered the narrow bottle neck between the Sinai and main land Egypt, but some never exited, caught out by the sharp reefs and numerous island spits that dot the horizon.

These are the living treasures that our expert, Mike Ward will explain. A check dive kicks off the week and then - let the wreck diving begin! Each expert has his own unique understanding of the wrecks and in depth briefings before every dive help to bring alive the characteristics that make them so special. Abu Nuhas holds no less than 4 wrecks, all of which can be dived under the right conditions. The Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K and Kimon M… famous for their different cargos of wood, bottles, tiles and lentils. Over the course of evening talks, the vital role that the Northern Red Sea played in the Second World War becomes evident. Both the Rosalie Moller and Thistlegorm lie at anchor and are fascinating dives. Consider the impact of the Suez canal whilst diving the Ulysess, Kingston and Dunraven. Shark and Yolanda and Ras Pieter offer an opportunity for our experts to share a little modern history.

Mike Ward is most often found underwater with his nose in a small corner of the wreck. Armed with a camera, Mike has dived the UK, Mediterranean and Red Sea extensively. In his spare time topside, Mike delves the shipping annuals. He has an intimate knowledge of each site visited and is more than happy to talk about the history of the wrecks – and from which angle you can get the best photographs. Pondering on diving’s more humorous aspects, Mike’s articles and pictures are regularly published.

The Northern Red Sea is quite unlike any other wreck destination and with Mike's expertise, the beauty of the region is undeniable. The Escorted Get Wrecked itinerary is perfect for any diver – novice to technical. From 5m to 50m, there is undeniably something for everyone. A stimulating experience for the mind and the eyes, understanding more about the wrecks visited on the route, really helps to see the wrecks in their full glory.