If you’re dreaming of world-class diving combined with the comfort of a luxury Red Sea liveaboard, the North & Brothers route is one of Egypt’s most iconic itineraries. This journey blends historical wrecks, dramatic offshore walls, and incredible encounters with sharks, all accessible by liveaboard.
From the famous Abu Nuhas ship graveyard to the wild offshore pinnacles of the Brothers Islands, this itinerary showcases the very best of northern Red Sea marine biodiversity.
Perfect for both wreck lovers and photographers, Abu Nuhas offers four legendary wrecks:
A photogenic, intact wreck known for its tilted stern, spacious engine rooms, and easy swim-throughs. Sunk in 1983, it’s now covered in hard and soft corals and attracts schools of fusiliers, glassfish, and groupers. Great for both penetration and wide-angle photography.
The “Tile Wreck,” famous for its open cargo hold filled with stacks of ceramic tiles. Natural light filters beautifully through its broken mid-section, creating perfect conditions for photography. Expect lionfish, sweepers, and bright anthias around the hull.
A 1869 wreck lying on its side with a ribbed iron frame draped in soft corals. Its shallow depth and open, well-lit layout make it ideal for both newer divers and photographers. Clouds of glassfish and vibrant reef life surround the wreck year-round.
A deeper, more advanced wreck offering dramatic structure and atmospheric interiors. Its stern and engine areas remain intact, attracting trevally, rays, and macro life like nudibranchs along the hull. Best for confident divers comfortable in stronger currents.
These wrecks sit in 14–32 meters and are ideal for divers looking for a mix of adventure, marine life, and underwater history.
Remote, dramatic, and bursting with life, the Brothers Islands (Big Brother & Little Brother) are the highlight of the route. Only accessible by liveaboard, they offer some of the most exhilarating North Brothers diving experiences in Egypt.
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The reef walls here are incredibly vibrant, with sheer drop-offs covered in soft corals, huge sea fans, and clouds of anthias. Strong currents bring in big pelagics, making every dive feel like a fast-paced drift along open ocean walls.
For many divers, Brothers is where the Red Sea truly comes alive.
Discovered by Jacques Cousteau, the SS Thistlegorm is consistently ranked among the top wreck dives on the planet. This 128-meter British cargo ship was bombed in 1941 and now rests at around 30 meters, perfectly preserved in the heart of the Red Sea. Its WWII cargo tells a frozen-in-time story, offering divers a surreal glimpse into the past.
Expect to see:
Penetration is accessible for trained divers, and photographers love the eerie ambience, intact artifacts, and iconic silhouettes. With rich marine life and extraordinary history packed into one site, the Thistlegorm remains one of the most unforgettable dives in the northern Red Sea — a true bucket-list experience for any diver.
At the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, Ras Mohammed National Park showcases some of the most vibrant and healthy reef systems in the entire Red Sea. Here, nutrient-rich currents from the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea converge, creating ideal conditions for thriving coral, abundant marine life, and crystal-clear visibility.
This iconic site offers everything from massive schooling fish to dramatic coral pinnacles and exciting drift dives. Famous for:
A sprawling field of anemones and clownfish — a perfect stop for wide-angle and macro photographers alike.
Clear water and nutrient-rich currents support a thriving ecosystem of soft corals, sponges, and reef fish.
With its combination of protected shallows, high-energy drifts, and colorful drop-offs, Ras Mohammed stands out as one of the most dynamic and diverse diving areas in the Red Sea.
This itinerary is best suited for divers with:
The Brothers Islands are known for open-water conditions, downcurrents, and drifts, so good buoyancy and situational awareness are essential for enjoying this route safely and confidently.
For divers who would like additional support, we offer extra assistance and the option of private guides to help build confidence and ensure a comfortable, relaxed experience in the water.
A luxury Red Sea liveaboard elevates the entire diving experience by offering comfort, access, and a seamless diving schedule.
If you want to experience North Brothers diving at its absolute best, a high-end liveaboard is the way to go.
The Ocean is Calling
From sharks to shipwrecks, the North & Brothers route delivers some of the most exciting diving on the planet — and we’ll take you there in style.
