| The Red Sea coastal areas of Egypt include both the | | | | region, though these too can present some hazards |
| eastern seashore as well as the Sinai Peninsula and | | | | to both divers and even experienced sailors. |
| are frequently referred to as the "Red Sea Riviera". | | | | Red Sea scuba diving is not limited to risky or |
| This is due to the abundance of luxurious resorts, | | | | adventurous deep sea locations however and there |
| high-end shopping, dining and unique activities that | | | | are some excellent opportunities for those who are |
| take place there. One of the most popular reasons | | | | novice divers or who even prefer to simply snorkel |
| for heading to this part of Egypt is to enjoy the | | | | among the coral reefs, feeding bread to the many |
| many opportunities in Red Sea scuba diving. | | | | friendly fish, eels and even smaller sharks that |
| Almost all of the Red Sea Riviera is considered an | | | | frequently visit such spots. |
| Egyptian National Park, or is protected under some | | | | It is important to make early arrangements with a |
| other form of guardianship. Because of this, Red Sea | | | | chosen Red Sea scuba diving company, as this is the |
| scuba diving is generally limited to a select number of | | | | most popular activity throughout the area, and the |
| diving companies, each licensed to manage the needs | | | | best companies are booked well in advance. |
| of the visiting divers and to ensure the protection of | | | | Additionally, it is a good idea to have a bit of |
| the flora and fauna of the waters. | | | | experience before tackling the more advanced |
| What sort of creatures will Red Sea scuba diving | | | | locations, and many of the Red Sea scuba diving |
| guests see? From hammerhead sharks to eels and | | | | schools are happy to help their clients obtain the |
| amazing varieties of coral, a scuba diver can expect a | | | | proper certifications in the days before a more |
| diverse range of conditions and inhabitants during | | | | serious diving adventure. |
| their visit. While some of the creatures that live in | | | | The entire Red Sea Riviera region is becoming more |
| the Red Sea areas can be dangerous, for the most | | | | and more popular with Egyptian natives and |
| part the experience is sure to be a safe and | | | | international tourists. The region is full of wonderful |
| pleasurable one. | | | | resorts and hotels, and Red Sea scuba diving is now |
| In addition to regularly visited dive sites, there are | | | | appearing on many "must do" lists for those heading |
| Red Sea scuba diving companies that can escort their | | | | to this unique area of Egypt. |
| clients to the many major shipwreck sites in the | | | | |