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Golden Dolphin III

A Modern Liveaboard for Iconic Dive Adventures

Golden Dolphin III is a 40-meter liveaboard blending style and innovation in the Red Sea. It operates luxurious Safari routes to dive iconic sites like Brother Islands, Daedalus, and Elphinstone. With comfort and elegance onboard, it ensures every diver’s voyage is exciting and unforgettable.

  • Maximum 20 guests / 3-4 dives a day
  • Full Board Accommodation
  • Salon with Bar & Entertainment
  • Two Excellent Arranged Sun Decks
  • Two Cabins w/ King-size Beds
  • Wi-Fi Available Onboard

Golden Dolphin III blends style and innovation to deliver an unforgettable liveaboard experience for divers exploring the Red Sea. Built in 2008 and continuously maintained, the vessel impresses with its thoughtful design and attention to detail, making every voyage a special one.

Golden Dolphin III accommodates 20 guests in 10 double cabins, two of which feature king-size beds located on the upper deck, while the remaining cabins are twin-bed configurations spread across the upper and main decks. All cabins are air-conditioned, include mini-bars, and offer private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing retreat after long days of diving.

The public areas are arranged to enhance both camaraderie and calm. The spacious, air-conditioned salon with its media system, sound setup, and TV/DVD corner resides on the lower deck, alongside a dining area that provides a convivial setting for meals and gatherings. Guests are also welcome to relax on two excellently arranged sun decks, perfect for soaking up views, resting between dives, or stargazing at night.

All standard Red Sea safari routes are offered aboard Golden Dolphin III, with special trips available upon request. Whether diving remote reefs, exploring marine biodiversity hotspots, or relaxing in well-appointed interiors, this vessel promises a liveaboard adventure that combines comfort, adventure, and lasting memories.

Double Cabin (Upper Deck)

A luxurious double-bed cabin on the upper deck, equipped with a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and minibar. Ideal for guests seeking privacy, comfort, and elevated views.

  • Air-conditioning
  • En-suite bathroom and shower
  • Minibar
  • Towels

Twin Cabin (Upper Deck)

A versatile twin cabin on the upper deck, offering two single beds, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and minibar, great for friends or diving partners who prefer separate beds but still want a premium location.

  • Air-conditioning
  • En-suite bathroom and shower
  • Minibar
  • Towels

Twin Cabin (Main Deck)

A comfortable twin cabin on the main deck with two single beds, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and minibar, functional and cozy, suited for guests wanting easy access to the boat’s amenities below.

  • Air-conditioning
  • En-suite bathroom and shower
  • Minibar
  • Towels

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Vessel Details

Year Built 2008
Length 40 metres
Beam 8 metres
Speed 11 knots
Cabins In total 10 double cabins with air condition, mini bar and en-suite bathroom; 8 twin cabins (6 on the main deck and 2 on the upper deck) and 2 cabins with double bed on the upper deck
Engines 2 x 750 PS Cummins K19
Generators 2 x 100 KW (230 V)
Water 2 desalinating unit; 4500l
Connectivity VHF, DSC (Area I and II), Satellite EPIRB and AIS, WIFI
Safety Life jackets and 2 life rafts, oxygen and first aid, fire extinguishers in every cabin and in salons, fire fighting and alarm system, smoke detectors, defibrillator, ENOS on request
Dive deck Dive deck with large platform
Nitrox up to 32% free of charge
Compressors 2 x L & W 280 EC; 1x Mattei LP ERC 507l
Tanks 12l aluminum- tanks DIN/INT; 15l tanks on request
Zodiac 2 zodiacs with outboard engine, 25 PS / 40 PS
Equipment Rental There is no rental equipment stock on board available, only spare equipment for the worst-case scenario. If you need complete rental equipment or only some items of the equipment, please inform us at least one week before arrival, including the sizes if necessary. A short-term obtaining is possible, but this takes time and could delay the trip start. Please do not forget the most important spare parts for your equipment, such as: mask and fin straps, repair kit for regulator and batteries, film and spare bulbs for your torch.

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Bedouin Dinner

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