Underwater Treasures II
What hidden seas of Africa and Asia
spectacular scenery and a universe of colors are some of the secrets that are home to the waters of two of the best natural paradises in the world. Asia, with the main attraction Maldives, promises not to bore the traveler with a unique seafloor. Meanwhile, the Red Sea, between the continent and Africa, is a unique location for diving full of life and color.
These islands are considered one of the top three places in the world for diving. Its seabed untouched natural paradise; each year attracts divers from around the world. The spectacular coral reefs and exotic marine life are striking. All with the appeal of these wonderful funds are generally very close to the beaches, so even those who only dive tube and without cylinders too can enjoy. In addition, the islands themselves are a paradise of good resorts and beaches are also perfect for those who do not dive.
fish southwestern India and Sri Lanka, these over a thousand atolls (only two hundred are inhabited) are surrounded by one of the most intriguing sea in the world. The tropical sun, clear water, warm waters and outstanding coral formations make them look like a giant aquarium abounding whale sharks, skates, rays, napoleons curious, tuna fish rifleman, butterfly, parrot and surgeon, turtles and so on.
The best time to go to these islands is from December to April in the dry season when the weather is better both on land and at sea. But if the motivation is to see large marine species such as whale sharks and mantas, better to go from August to November, when the concentration of plankton is much higher. Generally, the water is warm with good visibility for most of the year.
Tortugal called Red, but it could have been baptized as green, pink, yellow, blue, orange … Many colors as nature has poured into these waters as corals, plants and fish. They decided on the red due to a rare class of floating algae, Trichodesmium erythraeum’s, which often are grouped into pinkish red plates on the surface of water, although there are half a dozen theories about the origin of the name. They could also have called ‘Mar-Sharing’, as nine countries overlook its shores: Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Djibouti, Eritrea and Somalia.
The best areas for diving seized 430,000 km ² of her are those of Egypt and Jordan, Aqaba has its only outlet to the sea and one of the main resorts. But this is where you can enjoy one of the best deep sea and where plant and animal life is richer. The area’s mild climate and gentle water currents have created the perfect environment for corals to grow and develop a diverse marine life. Is said to be even richer in corals, fish and other marine organisms Indian Ocean itself. You can swim with sea turtles and large playful dolphins dive into banks of tiny multicolored fish.
naranjasLos fish experts say there are over 400 species of corals and coral branch, and Fungia coral Montipora, archelia addition, a rare species in tree black color only found at great depths and was first discovered by King Hussein himself. There is also a huge number of species among which the ‘Napoleons’, very characteristic of the area, barracudas and other fish whose names recall concepts: clown, crocodile, trumpet, lion, angel, bird, small boxfish, one that other dark and fearsome blowfish or ‘puffer’ which, when disturbed water swells like a balloon, hence its name, though bristling with spikes. Care must be taken by mouth has teeth capable of crushing shells and coral, so we have to fear what would a finger.
The variety of dive routes and the possibility of combining cultural visits to major attractions of ancient Egypt have made this country the most important dive destination of the Red Sea. Dahab, up the coast from the resort Sharm el Sheikh, with beautiful reefs near its shores, is one of the best. With a depth of 16 m, has a background as varied coral peaks, valleys, pools, brokers and amphitheaters submerged. As impressive as the coral is the rest of marine life.
Large schools of barracudas, surgeon fish and all variety of reef species that can be imagined. Ras Mohammed Park can be considered an underwater treasure. Reef walls densely covered by the greatest diversity of corals that can be, and barracudas, Napoleon fish, marlin, grouper, moray eels, tuna and more.