El Mina Wreck Dive: Hurghada’s Historic Warship

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Just off the coast of Hurghada lies a different kind of monument: the El Mina, an Egyptian minesweeper sunk during the 1973 Yom Kippur War. This accessible yet profound wreck dive offers a unique chance to connect with a tangible piece of modern history. Lying at 30 meters, this warship has transformed into a thriving artificial reef, home to clouds of glassfish and cryptic critters. Learn about its history, its dive plan, and how to explore it respectfully with the expert, small-group guidance of Scubadore Hurghada.

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The Real Nemo: Finding the Fearless Clownfish of the Red Sea

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Of all the colourful characters on the reef, none is more beloved than the clownfish. For divers in Hurghada, seeing “Nemo” in its natural habitat never gets old, but the real story is even more fascinating. Discover the Red Sea’s own Two-Banded Anemonefish, its incredible symbiotic life within stinging tentacles, and its truly bizarre social structure where males can become females. Learn how and where you can witness this incredible marine drama unfold on a dive with Scubadore Hurghada.

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The Unveiling of a Red Sea Jewel: A Diver’s Guide to Small Giftun

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At Scubadore Hurghada, where our philosophy is etched in the belief of intimate, small-group diving, we find that Small Giftun is a canvas perfectly suited to our art. It’s a place where the vibrant underwater theatre of the Red Sea unfolds in its most spectacular form, and where a personalized dive plan can unlock its most hidden secrets. Forget the crowded cattlemarans and the hurried, impersonal dives. Imagine, instead, a serene journey to a marine park of unparalleled beauty, shared with only a handful of fellow enthusiasts, your guide’s attention solely on crafting your perfect underwater adventure. This legendary site offers a tale of two dives: a sprawling, vibrant plateau perfect for all divers, and a dramatic, deep wall for those seeking the thrill of a world-class drift dive.