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Exploring South
Red Sea Dive Safari Itinerary: Marsa Alam, St. John's, Sataya & Elphinstone
Experience the best of Egypt’s southern Red Sea with this comprehensive 8-day liveaboard dive program. Explore legendary sites including St. John’s, Sataya Dolphin House, Wadi El Gemal, and Elphinstone Reef, while enjoying thrilling night dives and abundant marine life.
Day 1: Arrival, Check-In & Briefing
Welcome aboard! Arrive at the marina, complete check-in procedures, and meet your dive team.
General safety and orientation briefing covering trip details, diving protocols, and daily schedule.
Day 2: Shaab Marsa Alam & Shaab Sharm
Morning dives at Shaab Marsa Alam, exploring pristine coral gardens and abundant reef fish.
Afternoon dives at Shaab Sharm, renowned for its dramatic underwater topography and pelagic sightings.
Day 3: St. John’s (Three Dives) & Night Dive
Three spectacular dives at various locations within the St. John’s reef system, famous for vibrant coral formations, tunnels, and exciting drift dives.
After dinner, enjoy a guided night dive to discover nocturnal marine life.
Day 4: St. John’s (Three Dives) & Night Dive
Another day of adventure with three St. John’s dives, visiting sites such as Habili Ali, Dangerous Reef, and Paradise Reef.
Optional night dive to observe reef transformations after dark.
Day 5: Sataya Dolphin House (Three Dives) & Night Dive
Depart for Sataya Reef (Dolphin House), known for its resident spinner dolphin pods and colorful coral gardens.
Three dives including possible dolphin encounters and exploration of arches, caves, and shallow lagoons.
Night dive for macro-life and unique nocturnal reef creatures.
Day 6: Wadi El Gemal & Marsa Alam (Three Dives) & Night Dive
Journey to Wadi El Gemal National Park, home to untouched reefs and diverse marine species.
Three dives in Wadi El Gemal and Marsa Alam area, followed by an evening/night dive.
Day 7: Elphinstone Reef (Two Dives)
Dive Egypt’s world-famous Elphinstone Reef, celebrated for spectacular drop-offs, large pelagics (e.g., oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads), and stunning soft corals.
Two immersive dives highlighting the best of this iconic underwater site.
Day 8: Breakfast & Check-Out
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on board.
Check out and farewell your crew—depart with unforgettable memories and photos!
Program Highlights:
Up to 21 dives, including night dives at St. John’s, Sataya, and Wadi El Gemal.
Scenic itinerary covering the Red Sea’s top dive spots.
Professional guides, all-inclusive meals, and luxury accommodations.
Targeted for adventurous divers, underwater photographers, and marine life enthusiasts.
Included & Not Included
What’s Included ✅
✅ 7 nights of accommodation in comfortable onboard cabins
✅ 6 days of guided diving across renowned Red Sea sites
✅ Full board: daily freshly cooked meals prepared by skilled chefs
✅ Snacks and fresh fruits available throughout the day
✅ Unlimited soft beverages (water, juice), plus tea and coffee
✅ 12-liter tanks and weights for every diver
✅ Professional dive guide for all dives
✅ Enjoy complimentary round-trip transfers between your hotel or the airport and the boat
✅ Obligatory surcharges included
✅ Environment Tax & National Park Fees: €80 per trip, payable onboard
✅ Port Fees (Hurghada New Marina, Port Ghalib, Hamata Ports): €45 per trip, payable onboard
✅ Service Charge: €100 per trip, payable onboard
✅ No corkage fee: Alcohol is not sold on board, but you may bring your own or request purchasing in advance if your transportation is coordinated through Hammerhead
Not Included ❌
❌ Alcoholic beverages: Not sold onboard (can be provided with pre-coordination)
❌ Diving courses (available on request)
❌ Equipment rental (additional charges apply; request details when booking)
❌ Extra services (special requests, massage, photography, etc.)
Book Cruise
If you’re booking for a group:
Each cabin accommodates 2 people.
To book for more people, select 2 adults per cabin and then add additional cabins according to the total number of guests.
If you wish to book a single cabin, you can do so separately.
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Free Internet, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, Lower Deck, mini fridges, Private Bathroom, Shower Cabins, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:2 BEDS 100 CM
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Free Internet, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, mini fridges, Shower Cabins, Upper Deck, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:1 BEDS 140 CM + 1 BABY BED
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Free Internet, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, mini fridges, Private Bathroom, Shower Cabins, Upper Deck, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:1 Bed 160 CM + 1 Bed 100 CM
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Free Internet, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, Lower Deck, mini fridges, Private Bathroom, Shower Cabins, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:2 BEDS 100 CM
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Free Internet, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, Shower Cabins, Upper Deck, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:1 BEDS 140 CM + 1 BABY BED
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Cabin facilities:Central AC, Hair Dryer, Individual AC Control, mini fridges, Private Bathroom, Shower Cabins, Upper Deck, Warm water showers
All cabins are designed to combine comfort, privacy, and practicality, ensuring that every guest feels at home while at sea. The cabins are more than just a place to sleep; they are designed to be a sanctuary of comfort where guests can relax, recharge, and prepare for their next adventure.
Bed size:1 Bed 160 CM + 1 Bed 100 CM
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Sharks
Elphinstone Reef (Sha'ab Abu Hamra) is one of the most iconic and biologically rich reefs in the Egyptian Red Sea, drawing divers and marine biologists from all over the world for its exceptional underwater scenery and abundant marine life.
Caves
Saint John’s (St. John’s) reef system, located in the southern Red Sea near Marsa Alam, is famed as one of Egypt’s premier dive regions, offering pristine reefs, diverse marine life, and unique underwater formations only accessible via liveaboard excursions.
Dolphins
Sataya Reef is located about 12 kilometers off the Hamata shoreline, in Egypt’s southern Red Sea region. The site is accessible only by boat, typically through day trips or liveaboard excursions departing from Marsa Alam or Hamata marina.
National Parks
Wadi El Gemal National Park (“Valley of the Camels”) is one of Egypt’s largest and most impressive protected areas, a place where desert meets the sea in unforgettable harmony. Located along the Red Sea coast just south of Marsa Alam, this national park covers an expansive area of 7,450 square kilometers—including 4,770 km² of stunning desert landscapes and 2,100 km² of pristine marine habitats.
Facilities
- 2 * marine AC 13 HP
- 2 *30m hoses with nuzzles
- 2 Compressor With 4 Air Hose
- 2 fire hydrant
- 2 Rafts
- Air-Conditioned lounge
- Airport transfer
- All electric component is IP 65
- Audio & Video entertainment
- Automatic Electric Fire extinguishers
- Bathrooms
- Central AC
- Chaise Lounge
- Coffee Corner
- Coffee Machine
- Dining Area
- Diving Platform
- Electric Protection for all circuits
- Fire extinguishers
- Fly Deck
- Free Internet
- freezers
- fridges
- fryers
- Grill
- Hair Dryer
- High Deck
- Individual AC Control
- Indoor Saloon
- Jetski
- Kitchenette
- Lounge Area
- Lower Deck
- Main Deck
- mini fridges
- Mixer
- NITROX
- Non-Diver Friendly
- Open-Air Lounges
- Outdoor Lounge
- Outside Showers
- Ovens
- P.O.S.
- Panoramic View
- Private Bathroom
- Refrigerators
- Roof Top
- Satellite
- Shower Cabins
- Slots For Charging (Indoor)
- Smoke detector
- Stoves
- Sun Deck
- Thuraya
- Toaster
- TV & Sound Theater System
- Upper Deck
- vertical freezer
- Warm water showers
- water boilers
- Water cooler
- Water games and inflatables
Courses
During the booking process, you’ll have the option to select the course that best suits your goals and interests.
| Course | Price (EUR) | Payment Terms |
| AOWD PADI onboard | 300 | Advance Payment |
| Boat Dive Speciality PADI | 200 | Advance Payment |
| Deep Dive Speciality PADI | 250 | Advance Payment |
| Divemaster PADI | 1700 | Advance Payment |
| Drift Dive Speciality PADI | 200 | Advance Payment |
| Emergency First Response PADI | 200 | Advance Payment |
| Night Dive Speciality PADI | 200 | Advance Payment |
| Nitrox Dive PADI | 250 | Advance Payment |
| Peak Performance Buoyancy PADI | 250 | Advance Payment |
| Rescue Dive Speciality PADI | 325 | Advance Payment |
| UW Photography Speciality PADI | 200 | Advance Payment |
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