What makes the Red Sea different from other seas and how do its unique characteristics affect the diving experience?
The Red Sea is not just a sea, but rather an exceptional ecosystem that was formed over millions of years in almost complete isolation.
The Red Sea is one of the saltiest seas in the world because evaporation far exceeds the amount of water entering from the Gulf of Aden. This higher salinity means higher buoyancy, which requires more lead.
The Red Sea is surrounded by desert, which keeps its waters warm. Even in winter, the temperature rarely drops below 22 degrees.
The lack of rivers flowing into it means the lack of sediments, and this gives it exceptional clarity, sometimes reaching 40 metres.
The isolation of the Red Sea for millions of years led to the development of living species that are not found in any other sea in the world. About 10% of its fish are exclusive to it.
The Red Sea embodies geographical uniqueness. Every dive includes a visit to an unparalleled natural park.