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Gorgeous swim with a Dugong which is the smaller cousin of the Manatee
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Put on your favourite virtual reality headset on and watch this 360 video of a gorgeous dugong that we met while snorkeling in Marsa Alam, Egypt. This foota...
During our stay in Marsa Alam 03/2023 we had the chance with a dugong!Wonderful experience !Camera : GoPro Hero 9
- Interesting Facts About Dugongs
- Best Destinations For Swimming and Diving with Dugongs
- How to Safely Swim and Dive with Dugongs
- How Can We Help Protect Dugongs?
- Ready to Swim Or Dive with A Dugong?
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If you’re a fan of the famed and majestic mermaid, you’ll be excited to learn that dugongs are named after the Malay for “Lady of the Sea”. Both manatees and dugongs are lovingly called ‘sea cows’; however, they’re actually a different species altogether! They are similar in that they are both in the Sirenafamily, and they do live in similar habita...
Read to dive in with dugongs? Keep reading for the best destinations for diving and swimming with dugongs.
Before you dive in with dugongs, there are few things to know for your safety and the safety of the animals.
As we now know, dugongs are a vulnerable species, so let’s talk about a few ways to help protect these animals: 1. Participate in trash cleanup events in your area. These can be in any wildlife area, such as a beach, a park, or a road. 2. Avoid boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, or otherwise moving through shallow seagrass areas, which d...
Experiencing and appreciating the elusive dugong is definitely a bucket list encounter. If the safety of these marine mammals is kept in mind, there are many gorgeous destinations across the planet to swim and dive with them. An essential ingredient for appreciation of our beautiful natural world is having meaningful interactions with it. I hope yo...
Jan 22, 2024 · Do you want to swim with a dugong? Then, visit the Marsa Mubarak (Marsá Mubārak) snorkeling site in Egypt. This large sandy bay on the Marsa Alam coast is popular with snorkelers and divers because it is where you can encounter this rare marine mammal.
In Egypt, there are two well-known bays where you can see manatees (dugongs) near Marsa Alam. One is further north near Port Ghalib - Marsa Mubarak Bay. The other is Abu Dabbab Bay, halfway between Marsa Alam Airport and the city of the same name.
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In this article, we'll dive into the top destinations that offer you the chance to meet and even swim with manatees and dugongs. From crystal-clear springs to idyllic tropical islands, these destinations hold the promise of unforgettable marine encounters during your next dive vacation.
