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Water Activities
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The Red Sea is one of the areas which lends
itself best to exploration equipped simply with fins,
mask and snorkel, an activity known today by the name of
snorkeling.
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Its seabottom is, characterized by reefs
which emerge from the water, or are
semi-submerged, allowing tranquil and
complete observation of this extremely rich
environment and its inhabitants even to
those who limit themselves to swimming on
the surface.
The first few meters of the reef are the
richest in life and colour, a megalopolis
where a
large part of the fish
and animals of this sea are concentrated.
Small descents of only a few meters holding
one's breath enable one to discover the
inhabitants of the caves and sandy bottom, a
swim in deeper waters may provide exciting
surprises like encounters with large
pelagics and predators like barracudas and
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Very little equipment is necessary: a good
mask which is securely watertight, a not
excessively long.
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snorkel and a pair
of fins which have different models.
The best fins for snorkeling are those with
a closed shoe which are not excessively long
or rigid, even if this depends on individual
musculature and practice.
Precious advice for snorkellers is to wear a
complete protective garment, composed of
jacket and trousers which protect the body
from contact with corals and with the many
stinging animals.
Hands should also be protected with a pair
of cloth or leather gloves, as to avoid
touching scorpionaeds and other dangerous
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A knife, a torch with
batteries, control instruments and a few
spare parts for the equipment must not be
forgotten
Scuba diving opens the doors to a marvelous
world; it is so easy and within the reach of
everyone.
In the most famous centers in the northern
part of the Red Sea there are a great many
schools and Diving Centers which teach the
basic rules of diving and issue the relevant
international certification in less than a
week.
As general advice on equipment, remember
that the taps and fittings of the compressed
air cylinders are usually single attachment.
As to the thickness of the neoprene, it
depends on the season and the latitude. In
the Sudan and the southern Red Sea, a 3 mm
wet suit may be sufficient all year round.
In the northern part of the Red Sea, from
December to April, it is advisable to choose
a 5 mm hooded model.
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About Snorkeling
Snorkeling and free diving in the Red Sea a
way-of-life in Egypt, and most guides have
been exploring the sea's depths since they
were small children. As a result, they know
where to go to give you a truly memorable
snorkeling adventure.
Our guides especially enjoy snorkeling with
children. Their enthusiasm and sense of
wonder are contagious and sometimes make the
guide's trip even more enjoyable for them
than they are for you.
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Crystal clear
indigo blue water, white sand, vibrant
living coral reefs, tropical fish, sometimes
even dolphins and turtles - what more could
you ask from on a snorkeling trip? Or how
about someone who can make sure that you
understand what you're seeing, and can lead
you to the best snorkeling spots?
We believe a snorkeling trip should be more
than just gazing underwater through a piece
of plastic. That's why snorkeling trips are
included on every day on our boat a
knowledgeable crew that helps you to better
understand the reef environment. Snorkeling
is a great introduction to the underwater
world.
The use of a snorkel enables you to witness
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spectacle of a
shallow coral reef for extended periods of
time without the burden of lifting your head
from the surface in order to breathe.
But there's nothing to it . . . we've heard
that comment often.
The truth is, there are a number of skills
to learn which will make snorkeling easier
and more enjoyable; And having the right
snorkel equipment makes a great difference.
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Basic
snorkeling Equipment
MASK
This is the most important piece of
equipment you'll own. Comfort and style are
important, and with a snug, watertight seal,
your mask should not leak.
SNORKEL
A good snorkel has a soft mouthpiece and
lets you breath normally. Look for a
contoured fit to reduce drag. A purge valve
will allow you to clear water easily. Some
snorkels have a second valve or splash guard
which keeps water from waves breaking around
you from entering the snorkel.
FINS
The right fins are also important. A
comfortable fit along with a design matched
to your physical size and level of physical
fitness, will ensure hours of effortless
cruising. You'll need to decide between
full-foot or strap fins with boots. |
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