Specialized Tours 8 Days
Scuba diving tour Experience the magical and untouched underwater world of Socotra, that will leave you in awe.
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$950
Return flight from Abu Dhabi ($950)
Official Socotra tourist visa ($150)
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8 days of underwater discovery
This is included
- Airport pick-up
- 4×4 vehicle with driver
- Max. 3 people per car (window seats for everyone)
- 3 freshly prepared meals per day + snacks + drinks
- All camping equipment (private tent, mattress, pillow, blanket)
- Unique camping experience under the stars
- Camp set up by our team (no worries!) with a cozy sitting area, portable toilet and shower
- 1 local tour guide who speaks English
- 1 local dive master to guide you
- 8 dives
- All boat trips
- Scuba diving equipment
- Lasting friendships with our fish
Required extras:
Return flight from Abu Dhabi
($950)
Official Socotra tourist visa
($150)
Days 1
Majestic White Dunes
We will warmly welcome you at the airport with a smile, making your
journey easier by loading your luggage into comfortable 4x4 vehicles. Sit
back, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking views as we head towards Arher
Beach. There, you will have the opportunity to climb the towering white
sand dunes, where you can pause at the top and take in a panoramic
view that combines the deep blue sea and the clear sky
After the thrilling ascent, we will camp at the Arher campsite, equipped
with essential amenities, including toilets and showers, ensuring a
comfortable experience. Enjoy the cool evening breeze and the sounds
of nature surrounding you, and get ready for the next day, which will
bring with it an amazing underwater adventure
Dihamri Marine Reserve
In the morning, we will embark on a marine adventure to Dihamri, one
of the most beautiful and enchanting protected marine areas in Socotra.
This destination will take you to an underwater world teeming with
vibrant marine life, where shimmering schools of fish and stunning coral
reef structures await. It’s the perfect place to start your first dives of the
trip, promising an unforgettable experience amidst the untouched
.depths of nature
Naseem, our expert dive master, will guide you every step of the way,
ensuring you're fully equipped with the latest dive gear, from the wetsuit
to the mask, regulator, and vest. Then, together, we’ll dive into Socotra’s
.hidden underwater wonders
Number of dive sites: 6
Number of dives: 2 (by boat)
Optional: Add a third dive -> You can add an extra regular dive to your
booking for further exploration
Optional: Night dive -> Experience the magic of diving under the
moonlight by adding a night dive to your booking
Maximum depth: 45-50 meters
Special sightings: If you're lucky, you may encounter nurse sharks,
shortfin mako sharks, and scalloped hammerhead sharks. You might also
spot the majestic manta rays, giant turtles, and groupers. Surrounding
you will be vibrant coral reefs, home to colorful tropical fish, stingrays,
.moray eels, octopuses, and lobsters hiding among the coral
After a day filled with adventure, we will end the day with a peaceful
night under Socotra's serene sky at Dihamri campsite, which offers
essential facilities such as toilets and showers, allowing everyone to
.recharge for new days of exploration
Note: If you're eager to spot sharks, the best time to see them is 💡
between March and April. For manta ray enthusiasts, they are commonly
.seen in November and March
Days 2
Dihamri Marine Reserve
Days 3
Adho Diving Site
On the eastern coast of Socotra, the Adho diving site stretches out as a
marine oasis, blending natural beauty with stunning biodiversity. Here,
you'll dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with life, where colorful coral
reefs and various sizes and species of tropical fish surround you, creating
.a breathtaking underwater scene
Number of dive sites: 2
Number of dives: 2 dives (by boat), offering you the chance to explore
.the hidden wonders of the deep sea in this magnificent location
Maximum depth: 15-30 meters, allowing you to dive safely amidst a
.remarkable variety of marine life
Special sightings: In Adho, you may witness soft coral reefs with their
diverse and vibrant colors, along with large schools of tropical fish
swimming in perfect harmony. If you're lucky, you might encounter
gentle nurse sharks roaming the area, as well as sea turtles that add a
special charm to your experience. The waters also harbor fascinating
creatures like the intelligent octopus, large lobsters, beautiful shells, and
.moray eels moving through the coral
After a day filled with underwater adventures, we’ll conclude with a
peaceful night at Hofag campsite, offering essential amenities like toilets
and showers, ensuring everyone is refreshed for another day of
exploration and marine adventures
Days 4
Rosh Marine Reserve
Today we’ll explore the Rosh Marine Reserve in the North-East of the
island. A special site, because it is situated only 1km from the beach.
Nr of dive sites: 1 massive site
Nr of dives: 1 dive (by boat)
Optional: 2nd dive -> add 1 normal dive to your booking
Maximum depth: 15-25m
Special sightings: white-spotted guitarfish, mouth shark, black tip
sharks, white tip sharks, manta rays, turtles, giant coral reefs, big
schools of tropical fish, giant trevally, groupers, parrotfish,
butterflyfish, sea stars, rare kingfish, rare tuna, lobsters, crabs,
shrimps, squid etc…
Overnight camping here, at the Rosh campsite, which has toilets &
showers.
Note: sharks are most observed in March-April, manta rays can be
seen in November and in March.
If you like shipwrecks, today is your lucky day. We’ll explore the
shipwrecks at Erisel.
Nr of dive sites: 2
Nr of dives: 1 dive (by boat)
Maximum depth: 10-15m
Special sightings: numerous shipwrecks, big schools of tropical
fish, currents, snappers, groupers, rare hammerhead sharks,
turtles, butterflyfish, parrotfish etc…
Overnight camping here, on the beach. We will take a portable toilet and
a portable shower for your convenience.
Days 5
Erisel cape shipwreck diving
Days 6
Meet the dolphins
Today we’re off to Shoab, nicknamed the ‘golden beach’. From the boat,
we’ll see many impressive rock structures and we’ll be greeted by the
spinner dolphins hanging around this area. If you’re lucky and the
dolphins feel like it, you will be able to greet them during the dives. Here
we’ll explore the biggest shipwreck of Socotra.
Nr of dive sites: 1
Nr of dives: 2 dives (by boat)
Maximum depth: 15-25m
Special sightings: numerous shipwrecks, big schools of tropical
fish, currents, stingrays, groupers, giant trevally, barracuda, rare
tuna, line fish, white-spotted guitarfish, oysters & pearls etc.…
Overnight camping in Detwah lagoon. The campsite has toilets &
showers.
One last sunrise over Detwah lagoon and then we start driving towards
Dixam plateau to see the Dragon Blood Trees, Socotra’s most iconic
symbol.
Then it’s finally time to discover the famous Kaleesan canyon, nicknamed
the ‘white canyon’. Are you ready to be amazed by the pure white rocks
and the azure-blue water? Take your swimming shorts, because jumping
in is the best part!
Days 7
Resting day
Days 8
Back to the airport
Today we pack up camp to head back to the airport.
Unfortunately, this is where your amazing trip comes to and end. Don’t
worry though, these memories will last a lifetime
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