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Spend six hours exploring the Red Sea’s coral gardens on a two‑dive boat trip from Hurghada. Visit sites like Abu Ramada and Small Giftun, swim with turtles and skates, and return to the boat for a simple lunch between dives.
Spend six hours exploring the Red Sea’s coral gardens on a two‑dive boat trip from Hurghada. Visit sites like Abu Ramada and Small Giftun, swim with turtles and skates, and return to the boat for a simple lunch between dives.
Salt spray and diesel mingle as the dive boat slips free from Hurghada’s pier; behind you the city’s low-slung hotels shrink while the Red Sea opens, blue and sharp.
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Operated by This Is Egypt · Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate
Salt spray and diesel mingle as the dive boat slips free from Hurghada’s pier; behind you the city’s low-slung hotels shrink while the Red Sea opens, blue and sharp.
On a six‑hour day trip you make two guided dives at classic nearshore sites — Abu Ramada, Small Giftun or Umm Gummar — where coral outcrops rise from sandy plains and schools of reef fish wheel around ledges. Dolphins sometimes scout the boat’s wake; hawksbill turtles and elegant skates patrol the reef edges. The sea here is the visible edge of a much older story: the Red Sea rift that split continents and created a warm, saline basin ideal for coral growth.
Hurghada itself grew from a fishing village into a dive hub in the late 20th century, and local culture blends Bedouin heritage with a tourism economy centered on boats, dive shops, and market stalls selling spices and handmade crafts.
Practical guide: expect two dives, guided by an instructor with equipment provided and lunch on board. Total tour time runs about six hours with hotel pickup by air‑conditioned coach; pickups from some resorts carry extra fees. Water temperatures are warm most of the year, but a thin wetsuit helps with wind chill on the surface. Good buoyancy control makes the wildlife more approachable and protects fragile coral. If you’re not certified, confirm whether a Discover Scuba option is available beforehand. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dive log or certification card, and a sense of curiosity — the reef will test your attention, not your bravado.
Most two‑tank day dives require Open Water certification; some operators offer Discover Scuba options—check the listing or ask the provider before booking.
Typical dives on these sites run 40–50 minutes depending on air consumption, with depths commonly between 10–30 meters (33–98 ft) depending on the reef profile and your certification limits.
This tour includes basic diving equipment (BCD, regulator, tanks); confirm fit items like masks are available or bring your own for comfort.
The Red Sea is often calm but can be choppy; take a preventative antiemetic if you’re prone to seasickness and stay hydrated.
This Is Egypt operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Salt spray and diesel mingle as the dive boat slips free from Hurghada’s pier; behind you the city’s low-slung hotels shrink while the Red Sea opens, blue and sharp.
Salt spray and diesel mingle as the dive boat slips free from Hurghada’s pier; behind you the city’s low-slung hotels shrink while the Red Sea opens, blue and sharp.
On a six‑hour day trip you make two guided dives at classic nearshore sites — Abu Ramada, Small Giftun or Umm Gummar — where coral outcrops rise from sandy plains and schools of reef fish wheel around ledges. Dolphins sometimes scout the boat’s wake; hawksbill turtles and elegant skates patrol the reef edges. The sea here is the visible edge of a much older story: the Red Sea rift that split continents and created a warm, saline basin ideal for coral growth.
Hurghada itself grew from a fishing village into a dive hub in the late 20th century, and local culture blends Bedouin heritage with a tourism economy centered on boats, dive shops, and market stalls selling spices and handmade crafts.
Practical guide: expect two dives, guided by an instructor with equipment provided and lunch on board. Total tour time runs about six hours with hotel pickup by air‑conditioned coach; pickups from some resorts carry extra fees. Water temperatures are warm most of the year, but a thin wetsuit helps with wind chill on the surface. Good buoyancy control makes the wildlife more approachable and protects fragile coral. If you’re not certified, confirm whether a Discover Scuba option is available beforehand. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dive log or certification card, and a sense of curiosity — the reef will test your attention, not your bravado.