Hurghada

Explore the wrecks of Abu Nuhas or enjoy a family beach diving holiday.

Hurghada is the wreck and liveaboard capital of the Red Sea offering weekly trips out to the “big 4”. Hurghada is also a great place to have a beach diving holiday with the family.

Insider's View

Hurghada diving and its topography offers a mixture of shallow, fringing reefs, inshore islands and offshore reefs descending into the depth. This region is also famous for its offshore islands and reefs that rise from the depth to the surface as walls and drop offs. The spectacular marine park surrounding the Giftun Islands and Abu Ramada provide stunning and beautiful coloured coral and a huge variety of fish including barracuda, grouper, stingrays, triggerfish and many more.

For wrecks enthusiasts, the Salem Express to the south of Safaga is worth a visit. The wreck sunk in 1991 after hitting the reef at night and perished over 600 victims making one of the greatest marine tragedies of all time. Today, the propellers make an impressive sight and hard corals are now colonising the wreck. Hurghada diving at its very best guaranteed!

Hurghada is also a favourite point for liveaboard departures that leave the port to explore the dive sites dotted to the north and south. There are a great range of trips and boats available to suit all levels of divers from Advanced Open Water upwards some specialising on the wrecks while others offer a mixture of reef and wreck diving.

Insider's View

OUR HOLIDAY PRODUCTS

4 Stars

All year round

4.5 Hours

Beginner, All

From £875

The Breakers - Soma Bay

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Breakers Soma Bay Resort is located right by the sea and it was one of the first “water sports lifestyle” hotels to open in the Red Sea.

  • Full Board basis
  • Vibrant house reef
  • Orca Divers close by
  • Spa & wellness facilities
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • Long sandy beach

5 Stars

All year round

4.5 Hours

All diver levels

From £915

Sheraton Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort is a stunning beachfront hotel inspired by Luxor's Karnak Temple Complex. The resort’s secluded location on a small peninsula close to Safaga.

  • Ideal for couples & families
  • Private sandy beach
  • Aqua park on-site
  • Health & spa facilities
  • Orca Dive Club close by
  • Choice of restaurants & bars

4 Stars

All year round

4.5 Hours

All diver levels

From £875

Flamenco Beach & Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Flamenco Beach & Resort are two modern first class buildings offering a range of sports and leisure facilities directly on beautiful pristine shorelines running alongside miles of turquoise waters

  • Alll inclusive resort
  • House reef diving
  • Spa & gym centre
  • Diving El Flamenco on site
  • Great for couples & groups
  • Choice of restaurants & bars

5 Stars

All year round

5.5 Hours

All diver levels

From £1095

Steigenberger Al Dau Beach Hotel

Red Sea, Hurghada

A haven of sophisticated luxury located in the centre of Hurghada. Peace and privacy pervade this exclusive, 5-star deluxe beach hotel, located directly on the azure blue Red Sea shore.

  • Variety of dining options
  • Spa & Fitness Centre
  • Dive centre on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Golf course
  • Beachfront location

4 Stars

All year around

4.5 Hours

Begginers, All

From £935

Coral Sun Beach Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

Escape the crowds, experience new activities, and pursue your interests with a stay at the Coral Sun Beach Resort and its lavish array of world-class amenities combined with nature inspire romance.

  • Full board basis
  • Gym & beauty centre
  • Sports & Entertainment
  • Ideal for families
  • Orca Dive Club close by
  • Beachfront location & sandy beach

2 Stars

All year around

4.5 Hours

Begginers, All

From £765

Coral Garden Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Coral Garden Resort is a small, true divers resort located on the beautiful Gassous Bay to the south of Safaga on the northern tip of a long sandy beach with Orca Dive Club on-site.

  • Full board basis
  • Private sandy beach
  • Small & intimate
  • Orca Dive Club on-site
  • Disable friendly facilities
  • Restaurant & bar on-site

4 Stars

All year round

4.5 Hours

Beginner, All

From £865

Menaville Hotel & Spa

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Menaville Resort is beautifully positioned near a private sandy beach and amongst well-tended gardens surrounding the pool.

  • Spa & Body treatments
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • Orca Dive Club close by
  • Ideal for families
  • B&B basis
  • Choice of rooms

5 Stars

All year around

4.5 Hours

Begginers, All

From £820

Continental Hotel Hurghada

Red Sea, Hurghada

Perfectly nestled into Hurghada Bay, with lush gardens and its own private, sandy beach offering spectacular views across the Red Sea.

  • All Inclusive available
  • Private sandy beach
  • Dive centre onsite
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • Great for families, groups & couples

4 Stars

All year around

4.5 Hours

Beginner, All

From £950

Kaisol Romance Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Sunrise Romance Resort offers guests a luxurious holiday beyond expectations. The resort boosts a peaceful sanctuary for tranquil escapes with sweeping uninterrupted views to the dazzling Red Sea.

  • All inclusive Resort
  • Adults only resort
  • Private sandy beach
  • Romantic getaway
  • Spa & wellness centre

Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Swiss Inn Resort is located at the vibrant touristic Hurghada’s promenade being the perfect place for all, families, couples, singles and divers where comfort and luxury go hand in hand.

  • Beachfront Location
  • Excellent for sports enthusiasts
  • Spa and Wellness Treatments
  • Balconies or patios with garden or sea views
  • Diverse dining options

5 Stars

All year round

5.5 Hours

Beginner, All

From £895

Marriot Beach Resort

Red Sea, Hurghada

Marriott Beach Resort offers a unique location in the heart of Hurghada allowing you to browse varieties of options in Hurghada town and experience the nightlife.

  • Private sandy beach
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Dive Centre onsite
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • Range of board basis
  • Great for families couples, and solo travellers

Open water diver

Reefs & Wrecks

All Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4.5 Star

MV Emperor Elite

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

Join the Emperor Elite for a week’s adventure. Throughout the year the boat sails on different routes around the southern Red Sea taking in St Johns and the Brother Islands to name a few.

  • Max 26 guests / 3 dives a day
  • Premium class Emperor boat
  • Choice of southern routes
  • Free Nitrox for qualified divers
  • Full board inc soft drinks
  • Rebreather friendly

Open Water Diver

Reefs & Wrecks

All Year round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

MV Emperor Asmaa

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

Emperor Asmaa is a classic, no-fuss liveaboard crafted specifically for divers seeking a reliable and affordable Red Sea experience. This modest yet highly functional vessel accommodates up to 18 guests in nine air-conditioned twin cabins, each with en-suite bathrooms. The boat’s layout is practical and diver-friendly, providing a spacious dive deck, well-organized kit-up area, and ample storage for gear. Social spaces include an indoor salon, a shaded deck for relaxation between dives, and a sun deck with loungers—ideal for taking in the Red Sea breeze after a day underwater. The vessel emphasizes comfort, safety, and efficiency, making her particularly suitable for small groups or dive clubs who prioritize diving over luxury.

  • Max 18 guests / 3 dives a day
  • Free Nitrox for qualified divers
  • Full board inc soft drink
  • Superb Guides and Crew
  • Red Sea Sharks itineraries
  • Great Value for Money

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4 Star

MY Blue

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

MY Blue, a luxurious newly refurbished member of Blue Planet Liveaboards taking divers around the Red Sea on famous routes including the Brothers and North and Wreck Routes.

  • Max 24 guests / 3-4 dives a day
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)
  • Choice of routes
  • Newly Refurbished
  • Full board
  • State-of-the-art technology

Reefs & Wrecks

Red Sea- Egypt

Open Water Diver

All Year Round

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

MV Emperor Superior

Red Sea, Hurghada

Emperor Superior is a 37-metre liveaboard designed with diver comfort in mind, accommodating up to 26 guests across 13 air-conditioned cabins, each featuring its own ensuite bathroom. Following an extensive refurbishment in early 2024, its communal spaces have been transformed: the sundeck now features larger sunbeds; the upper deck benefits from a reconfigured layout and improved seating areas; and the main saloon and dining room are now more open, bright, and spacious. The dive deck has also been optimized to better support diving activities and gear preparation

  • Max 26 guests/ up to 21+ dives
  • Dive the Reef & Wrecks
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Free Nitrox for qualified divers
  • Great for photographers
  • Spacious restaurant and delicious food

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4 Star

MY Blue Pearl

Red Sea, Hurghada

The Blue Pearl offers divers a varied selection of itineraries from north to south in the Red Sea. You can choose a luxury double bedded cabin as the base for your adventure.

  • Max 20 guests/3-4 dives a day
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Various routes available
  • Choice of cabin types
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)
  • Discounts for single occupancy

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4 Star

M/Y Golden Dolphin I

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The M/Y Golden Dolphin was the first boat the fleet Golden Dolphin Safari World started with, it was built in 2003 and designed for divers. Discover the southern Red Sea's delights on this wonderful liveaboard.

  • Max 20 guests/3-4 dives a day
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Dive the most southern reefs
  • From Hurghada-Marsa Alam
  • For all types of traveller
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)

Advanced Open Water

Coral reefs & Wrecks

All Year Round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

M/Y SS Serena Dreams

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

SS Serena Dreams is a purpose-built liveaboard designed for small diver groups seeking comfort and camaraderie on the Red Sea. At 33m in length, she accommodates up to 18 guests in nine spacious en-suite cabins. Guests gather in a welcoming saloon or ascend to a panoramic fly deck for post-dive relaxation under the sky. Personalized service from the dedicated crew ensures each guest is treated like a VIP, while sumptuous dining—from European and Egyptian fare to fresh pastries—delights both palate and presentation. And with daily housekeeping, air-conditioned comfort, and modern amenities, every moment aboard exudes thoughtful care and attention.

  • Up to 18 Guests
  • Red Sea Diving
  • Nitrox Available Onboard
  • Excellent value for money
  • Full board meals prepared by chefs
  • All inclusive, No hidden fees

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4 Star

M/Y Golden Dolphin II

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The Golden Dolphin fleet offer a range of trips across the Red Sea. M/Y Golden Dolphin II vessel visits sites in the southern Red Sea. Some special interest trips run on this vessel and it is available for full charters for groups and clubs.

  • Max 20 guests/3-4 dives a day
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)
  • 2 suites great for couples
  • Dive the Brothers/Deep South
  • Spacious & luxurious

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year round

Red Sea

UD Rating – 4 Star

M/Y Golden Dolphin III

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The Golden Dolphin fleet offer a range of trips across the Red Sea. M/Y Golden Dolphin III sets sail for the sites around the Brothers, St Johns and more! The vessel is modern, comfortable and of a good size for divers.

  • Max 20 guests/ 3-4 dives a day
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)
  • 2 suites great for couples
  • Dive the Brothers/Deep South
  • From Hurghada/Marsa Alam

Advanced Open Water

Reefs and Wrecks

All Year Round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

M/Y SS Excellence

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The SS Excellence embodies refined luxury and superior design, emerging from a complete 2020 facelift that brought fresh, modern interiors to her spacious teak-lined decks. At 36 m in length with a generous beam, her elegant profile delivers both sleek performance and stability, built for discerning divers who refuse to compromise on comfort. With a capacious shaded lounge, sun-drenched upper deck, and expansive salon equipped with full multimedia entertainment, she provides serene spaces to socialize and unwind between dives. Purpose-built for scuba excursions, she offers a seamless blend of plush living and diving efficiency.

  • Red sea diving- Various Routes
  • Modern and luxurios liveaboard
  • Nitrox Available
  • Contemporary cabins with air conditioning
  • Up to 24 Guests
  • Novice divers are welcome

Advanced Open Water

Manta rays & Sharks

All Year Round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

M/Y SS Contessa

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The SS Contessa is a premium wooden safari yacht crafted for comfort and elegance, with a sleek design that offers both stability and style on the open sea. Her cheerful and contemporary interiors create a welcoming atmosphere, while ample lounging areas—like the shaded sundeck and sunlit upper deck—make relaxing between dives a pleasure. With smooth handling and generous onboard space, she ensures a refined Red Sea experience for divers and non-divers alike.

  • Comfort, Luxury and safety
  • Red Sea - Various Routes
  • Up to 24 Guests
  • Contempory interior in all cabins
  • Full board meals prepared by chefs
  • Courses are available onboard

Advanced

Reefs & Wrecks

Year Round

Red Sea

UD Rating - 4 Star

M/Y Golden Dolphin IV

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The M/Y Golden Dolphin is the newest addition to the Golden Dolphin fleet, setting sail in 2021 and designed for divers. Discover the southern Red Sea's delights on this wonderful liveaboard.

  • Max 28 guests/ 3-4 dives a day
  • Nitrox available
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • From Hurghada/Port Ghalib

Advanced Open Water

Pelagic

All Year Round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

M/Y Glorious Miss Nouran

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

The SS Glorious Miss Nouran is a sleek, modern liveaboard yacht thoughtfully designed for comfort and efficiency on the water. Her layout emphasizes functionality for divers, featuring a spacious dive deck with convenient dual stair access to the water and a seamless gear setup. The interior is arranged to promote relaxation and social interaction, with a distinct separation between the dining area and lounge zone in the main saloon. Above, a shaded bar lounge offers a breezy retreat, while open-air seating invites guests to enjoy views between dives. The vessel strikes a fine balance between streamlined operation and guest-centered hospitality, making her an ideal base for extended diving expeditions.

  • Full board meals prepared by chefs
  • Luxury Vessel
  • Various Routes available - Red Dea Diving
  • Crew speak various languages
  • Free Nitrox
  • Up to 26 Guests

Advanced Open Water

Reefs & Wrecks

All Year Round

Red Sea - Egypt

UD Rating - 4.5 Star

M/Y Sea Serpent

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

SS Sea Serpent is a refined luxury liveaboard inspired by the acclaimed Benetti Classic 35 yacht design. Its hydrodynamic hull delivers an exceptional torque-to-displacement ratio, ensuring smooth, fast, and stable cruising—even in high seas.The elegant wooden construction, warm teak decking, and spacious saloon create a luxurious ambiance, while two generous decks (one shaded, one open) provide ample relaxation and social areas. SS Sea Serpent is meticulously crafted both for diver comfort and aesthetic appeal.

  • Red Sea Diving - Various Routes
  • Free Nitrox
  • Courses Available on board
  • Luxury Dive Vessel
  • Spacious Saloon
  • Pelagic diving

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Destination Fact File

Explore the wrecks of Abu Nuhas or enjoy a family beach diving holiday.

Air Temperature

Water Temperature

Destination Details

International Flights & Luggage Direct flights from UK airports including regional airports. Please see below our weekly scheduled. These journeys are limited to the international airline standard luggage allowance of 20kg check in plus 7kg hand luggage.
  • Gatwick to Hurghada: Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri
  • Manchester to Hurghada: Daily
  • Birmingham to Hurghada: Wed, Fri & Sun
Transfer Information Our packages include transfers on arrival and departure day. On arrival you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to the resort.
Passport & Visas British citizens require a tourist visa on arrival in Hurghada and Marsa Alam and a 6-month valid passport with the returned ticket. Ask a member of our team for more details.
Dive Season Hurghada is a year round diving destination, although if you are after really warm water it is best to visit between June and September. Air temperatures reach 40 degrees Celsius in August and fall to 20 degrees Celsius in the winter.

The average water temperature ranges from 20 degrees in February, 23 to 25 degrees in May and June and 27 degrees from July to September.