Tourists were told the criteria for choosing the organizer of extreme recreation

When choosing an organizer of extreme activities, tourists are strongly advised to pay attention to several criteria. This was reported in the association "Association of tour operators in the field of outbound tourism "Turpomosh" on Thursday, March 27.

The experts noted that it is recommended to check whether the contractor has a valid license for the relevant type of activity and certificates of conformity for the equipment used.

"In addition, it is necessary to require mandatory instruction, including familiarization with safety regulations, emergency procedures, and an explanation of the potential risks associated with this type of activity," the association told RT.

The tourist has the right to refuse to participate in case of violations, including visual signs of malfunction of technical equipment or lack of necessary permits and improper briefing, concluded the association.

A bathyscaphe with Russians on board sank in Egypt. What is known by this hour

The crash of a bathyscaphe with Russian citizens on board off the coast of Hurghada became known earlier that day. There were 45 Russians on the ship. As a result of the incident, six Russians were killed, including two minors. 360.ru . The company Sharm Hurghada Excursions, which organized the tour, told Izvestia that the bathyscaphe had been in operation for about 10 years.

Prior to that, the Consulate General reported on the rescue of 38 Russians. Of these, 24 people were taken to hotels, the remaining 14 citizens were hospitalized.

A total of 29 victims were taken to hospitals. Citizens of Egypt, India, Norway and Sweden were also on board, NSN reports.

In an interview with Izvestia, Ekaterina, a tourist, told about the details of the incident. According to her, the water began to flow onto the Sinbad bathyscaphe almost immediately after the people were lowered onto the ship.