Route: Hurghada BDE Hurghada

Red Sea from Hurghada Experience an unforgettable diving safari in the Red Sea, starting and ending in Hurghada! This one-week program offers you six full days of diving at some of the most beautiful reefs in Egypt.

Day 1: Saturday – Arrival & Embarkation

• 2:00 PM: Check-in on board your safari boat in the port of Hurghada.

• Welcome by the crew and the dive guide.

• Time to settle in and move into the cabins.

• Dinner on board and presentation of the week's program.

•  Overnight stay on board in the port of Hurghada.

Day 2: Sunday – Cast off! Check dive & night dive

• Morning: The boat departs from Hurghada and sets course for the first dive sites.

• Check dive: A first dive near Hurghada to check the equipment and familiarize oneself with the conditions.

• Night dive: An exciting dive after nightfall, where you can discover the nocturnal underwater world.

• Full board on board.

Day 3: Monday – The Brothers Islands: Magnificent reefs

• Three dives at the famous Brothers Islands (Big Brother and Little Brother).

• These islands are known for their spectacular, steeply sloping reefs, covered with vibrant soft corals and gorgonians. Keep an eye out for pelagic fish and shipwrecks!

Day 4: Tuesday – Daedalus Reef: Hammerhead sharks ahoy!

• Three dives at the breathtaking Daedalus Reef.

• Daedalus is a remote offshore reef island and offers a high chance of seeing schools of hammerhead sharks, especially in the early morning hours. Large fish such as tuna and barracuda can also be found here.

Day 5: Wednesday – Daedalus Reef: More Adventures

• Three more dives at Daedalus Reef to fully explore the diversity of this impressive location and maximize your chances of seeing large fish.

Day 6: Thursday – Elphinstone Reef: Coral splendor

• Three dives at the world-famous Elphinstone Reef.

• Elphinstone is famous for its pristine coral gardens, its steep walls, and the chance to see oceanic whitetip and hammerhead sharks. A photographer's paradise!

Day 7: Friday – Return to Hurghada & final dives

• Two dives in the vicinity of Hurghada, before the return trip to the port begins.

• In the afternoon, the boat reaches the port of Hurghada again.

• Farewell dinner on board.

• Overnight stay on board in the port of Hurghada.

Day 8: Saturday – Departure

• Approximately 10:00 AM: Check-out from the safari boat.

• Transfer to the airport or to your hotel in Hurghada.

Price:

1100 € pP

Included services:

* Nitrox

* Eat

* Non-alcoholic beverages

* Airport transfer to the boat on arrival and departure included

Not included:

* Reef taxes and marine fees: €250

* Upper deck room: additional €100 per person

* Single cabin: additional €400

Rental equipment (per person) (per week):

BCD: 35 €

Regulator: 35 €

Suits: €35

Mask: €15

Rivers: €15

Torch: 35 €

If you require any equipment, please let us know so we can have it available.

We ask all guests to carefully read the cancellation policy before confirming their booking.

The following conditions apply to the booking confirmation and the deposit:

• Cancellation 90 days or more before the start of the trip: 20%  of the total booking price will be charged.

• Cancellation 21–34 days before the start of the trip: 50% of the total booking price will be charged.

• Cancellation less than 14 days before the start of the trip or no-show: 75% of the total booking price will be charged.

• No refund will be given for late cancellations or no-shows , regardless of the reason.

Cancellation method:

The cancellation must be made in writing  via official email or through your booking account and must include the following information:

• Booking number

• Full name

• Travel date

Important information before your trip

Travel times

• Program begins: Saturday at 12:00 PM

• End of program: Saturday of the following week at 12:00 noon

Payments & accepted currencies

We accept payments in:

• euro

• US dollars

• Egyptian pound

• British pound

Credit and debit cards are accepted (3% surcharge).

Estimated additional costs per week:

Included in the tour price:

• Airport reception upon arrival (Hurghada or Marsa Alam)

• Airport and port transfers

• Full board on board for 7 days

• Professional dive guide (English/German depending on the program)

• At least 16 dives per week  (often more)

• 12-liter aluminum bottles & weights

• Non-alcoholic drinks all day

Not included in the price:

• Visa for Egypt (25 USD)

• Environmental tax (payable in cash)

• Tips for the crew (voluntary – recommended minimum €80 per diver / week )

• Diving equipment (except cylinders & weights)

Bottle upgrades:

• 15-liter aluminum bottle: €40 / week

• 15-liter steel bottle: €50 / week

Before boarding

Please prepare the following items and send them at least one week before the start of your trip :

• Copy of passport (data page + photo) for you and your companions

• Soft luggage (duffel bags) is recommended over hard-shell suitcases.

• Light clothing (shorts, T-shirts, swimwear)

• Shoes are not required on board

• A light jacket is recommended from November to April.

• Power supply: 220V – European sockets

• Mobile and internet connection only on arrival and departure days

• Earplugs for noise-sensitive guests

• Waterproof bag for valuables

• Books or magazines (can be left on board after the trip)

Required documents on board

• Original passport or ID card (must match the booking details)

• Dive Logbook

• Valid diving certification (Advanced or equivalent for certain dive sites)

• Booking voucher

When taking medication:

• Valid medical certificate (not older than 12 months)

• Medical certificate of fitness to dive

• If no medical certificate is available, a declaration of personal responsibility must  be signed.

At check-in, the registration form as well as the onboard and safety rules must be signed.