Duration
Sustainable Scuba 'Dive & Stay' Package - Egypt
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Bookable From
April - September
Trip Style
Self-Guided
Country
Egypt
Physical Rating
Mildly Strenuous
Overview
Discover the underwater treasures of the Red Sea in Egypt with this sustainable scuba "Dive & Stay" package based in Sharm el Sheikh.
Sharm el Sheikh is a city located on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It's renowned for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs, making it a popular destination for scuba diving enthusiasts from around the world.
Scuba diving in the Red Sea is suitable for divers of all levels looking to appreciate exceptional biodiversity in crystal-clear and warm water year-round. You'll see pristine coral reefs and vibrant marine life, and it's possible to access deep walls and wrecks.
Highlights
- Enjoy 5 diving days with (2 boat dives per day, with a guide) and 1 free day
- Immerse yourself amongst coral reefs and colorful tropical fish
- Keep your eyes peeled for sharks, dolphins, and more
- Stay in a boutique resort accommodation with a pool, onsite restaurant and cafe, and rooftop bar
Seasonal Notes
The Red Sea enjoys warm water temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 72°F (22°C) in winter to 84°F (29°C) in summer. This comfortable water temperature makes diving possible throughout the year.
- October to May: This is the high season when water temperatures are more comfortable and marine life is abundant. Especially from December to April, the Red Sea sees the highest influx of tourists and divers.
- June & September: These months are the shoulder seasons. Diving conditions will still be good and there are generally fewer tourists.
- July & August: Though possible to dive, this is considered the off-season. Water temperatures can be uncomfortably warm, and there may be higher levels of plankton, reducing visibility.
We recommend diving during the shoulder seasons, if your schedule allows, to help combat overtourism and promote tourism dispersal.
Itinerary
Day 1 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt (arrival day)
Days 2-6 Enjoy 5 Diving Days
Day 7 Free Day
Day 8 Sharm el Sheikh (departure day)
Customization
Route Map
Inclusions & Exclusions
7 nights' stay in a double or twin room at boutique resort accommodations
Premium breakfast (English, Egyptian, Healthy, or Vegan) each day
Airport transfers
10 boat dives (2 per 5 days of diving)
Dive guide, tanks, and weights
Nitrox (two 12 liter tanks/day, 32%)
Taxes
Flights to/from Egypt
Scuba rental equipment
Lunch & soft drinks on boat
Dinners
National Park Fee
Insurance
Visa
Pricing
Prices exclude flights to/from the destination.
Prices are for double room occupancy unless indicated otherwise.
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Deposit per person
30% of trip price
Optional Add-ons
- Half Board dinner plan: ~$18/person/day
- Check Dive: $30, equipment not included
- SSI Scuba Skills Update: $150, equipment included
The following add-ons are not included in the trip price and must be paid locally onsite. Prices cover the duration of the trip.
- Lunch on boat: $55
- National Park Fees: $40
- Scuba Rental Equipment: ~$180
Payment & Cancellation Policy
Full payment is due 60 days before your arrival day.
- In case of cancellation more than 28 days prior to the arrival date, no cancellation fee will be applied.
- In case of cancellation between 28 and 15 days prior to arrival date, a cancellation fee equivalent to 50% of the total booking value will be applied.
- In case of cancellation between 14 and 8 days prior to arrival date, a cancellation fee equivalent to 75% of the total booking value will be applied.
- In case of cancellation 7 days or less prior to arrival date, a cancellation fee equivalent to 100% of the total booking value will be applied.
- In case of no-show, a no-show fee equivalent to 100% of the total booking value will be applied.
Sustainability
We are a locally-owned, Egyptian company offering dive and stay packages emphasizing awareness, responsibility, and education. Our resort is Green Hotel Certified - an Egyptian eco-label that promotes sustainable tourism by recognizing accommodations committed to environmental and social responsibility practices. We are also the only Egyptian dive site with Green Fins Gold status due to our efforts to protect and conserve coral reefs and engage in sustainable scuba diving.
Environmental Initiatives
We upgraded to custom-built dive boats in 2013, primarily powered by solar panels, improving their environmental impact. The boats also have an energy-efficient fresh air inlet system, and an onboard septic tank which helps keep the sea clean!
It's a 5-minute walk to the marina from the resort, reducing the need for additional transportation once you are here.
We provide guests with a reusable water bottle and numbered cover so as to not lose track of it, and guests can refill the bottle from a chilled water cooler on the boat.
Solar panels cover our roof and provide energy and heating for the pool.
Double-glazed windows optimize air conditioning efficiency in each room.
In 2018, we said goodbye to single-use plastics. We have a "no plastic straw" policy, no longer have plastic wrappings in our breakfast boxes, and don't provide plastic bags for anything purchased.
In 2019, we became a Green Fins member for our efforts in promoting best practices in responsible marine tourism.
In 2022, our hotel and resort became a Green Star Hotel for our efforts in pioneering sustainable hospitality practices.
Economic Initiatives
We are a locally-owned, Egyptian company running a small, boutique dive & stay experience.
Sociocultural Initiatives
We are a completely wheelchair-accessible dive resort. Our accommodation facilities, including rooms, restaurants, and bars, and our dive boats are fully equipped for accessible tourism and we have won first prize in a competition for accessible tourism in Egypt.
Health & Safety
Be sure you have traveler's insurance.
Divers are always accompanied by a guide. There will be a full briefing before every dive covering safety and features of interest. All dive boats and our dive center carry emergency equipment.
If you are certified as an open-water diver but have not dived in 1 or 2 years, we will have you do either a Check Dive or an SSI half-day skills refresher.
FAQs
What does the Physical Rating of "Mildly Strenuous" mean?
Travelers should be certified, open-water divers, fit, and prepared for 2 dives a day.
Do I need to be dive certified already?
For this package, yes, but if you're interested in a package that includes SSI open water dive certification, let us know!
If you are certified and haven't dived in 1+ year: The first dive of your package will be a Check Dive for safety purposes (at additional cost).
If you are certified and haven't dived in 2+ years: You will need to take a half-day SSI Scuba Skills Update refresher (at additional cost).
Why dive in the Red Sea?
Scuba diving in the Red Sea rewards divers with exceptional biodiversity in crystal-clear and warm water year-round. You'll see pristine coral gardens, dramatic drop-offs, and vibrant marine life.
It's also possible to access wrecks (at additional cost).
What are the dive sites like?
Sharm el Sheikh offers more than 30 world-class diving sites. Our guided boat dives include a minimum of 2 dives per day with a professional guide, with time to relax and sunbathe. Our boats visit sheltered local sites, the Straits of Tiran and Ras Mohammed National Park.
Some of our dives visit world-famous wrecks like SS Thistlegorm and SS Dunraven (at additional cost; cannot be pre-booked).
What's the diver to dive guide ratio?
There will be a maximum of 6 divers per dive guide.
What are the accommodations like?
You will stay in a boutique, Green Star Hotel resort in Sharm el Sheikh. It's a family-run accommodation with only 38 rooms and a Diamond SSI (Scuba Schools International) dive center on site.
Accommodations are in double or twin rooms, and may have a pool view (30 rooms) or a back view (8 rooms), according to availability.
There is award-winng restaurants including an Italian-themed terrace restaurant, a fresh bar for ice cream, juices, smoothies, coffee, and more, and a rooftop bar and terrace.
All facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Can you accommodate dietary requests?
Yes, our hotel facilities and boats can gladly accommodate divers with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets.
What is included with the Premium breakfasts?
You can choose between an English, Egyptian, Healthy, or Vegan breakfast.
English Breakfast
Build the perfect breakfast from a choice of Pan Fried Beef sausage, rashers of smoked beef bacon, fried or scrambled fresh organic eggs. Nestled alongside baked beans, grilled ripe red tomato and garlic mushrooms.
Egyptian Breakfast
Tasty, crispy fried falafels served with a side of Tahina (sesame) sauce.
A bowl of traditional Foul (fava beans slow-cooked in tomatoes, garlic, herbs and spices). Accompanied by a fresh tomato, cucumber salad, white soft cheese salad and fresh organic eggs cooked to your liking.
Healthy Breakfast
Start your day the natural way with our nutrient-dense healthy breakfast. Created for those who enjoy whole, unprocessed foods from each of the five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy. Options include overnight oats with fresh fruit, homemade granola, natural yogurt, avocado toast, frittata or other egg options, and toast.
Vegan Breakfast
Whether it is for the animals, the planet or for the health benefits that come with a plant based diet. If you are following a vegan lifestyle, we have created a nutritious, plant-based breakfast that satisfies even the strictest of vegan practices. Options include homemade granola with oat milk, vegan tortilla, vegan chick pea wrap, avocado toast, shakshuka, or an Egyptian platter of falafel, fava beans, fresh veggies, and more.
