| Shark Observatory
observation terrace on the top of the Ras Mohammed promontory, but also the diving
site that is on a level with that promontory This is a magnificent wall dive, also known
as the Ras Mohammed Wall: while looking down into the deep blue, you can admire a
grandiose environment and at the same time see large pelagic predators and
Hawksbill turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata). Even a Whale shark (Rhincodon typus) has
been seen in this area.
The classic dive begins not far from the second observation terrace on the cliff. After
descending to about 15 meters (but not deeper as the route is relatively long and not
all scuba divers may have sufficient air) you can explore the wall on your left, which is
rich in Alcyonarians, gullies, shelters and caves swarming with life, without losing sight
of the blue from which jackfish, barracuda and some sharks might suddenly appear.
On a line with the southern corner of the promontory, the wall takes a sharp turn
westwards and runs towards the small beach under the observatory: here you will see
some large gorgonians (Subergorgia Hickson) and, further up, a majestic overhang.
Continue along the wall until you enter an extremely beautiful cave that has a large
fissure in its top through which light filters inside creating evocative effects. From this
cave, you can exit directly onto the reef. |
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