Three ways to dive Marsa Alam, designed for certified divers: a short 3-day trip, a 4-day program mixing boat and shore diving, and a 5-day diving and camping experience in the South Red Sea.
3-Day Marsa Alam Diving Trip
Three days, six dives, and three very different reefs of Marsa Alam, with your transfer from Hurghada and your accommodation taken care of. You dive twice a day, always by speedboat, from the coral pinnacles of Um Halhala to the dolphin reef of Sha'ab Samadai.
585€ / person
Dive Sites
Um Halhala
A reef scattered with coral pinnacles, where you can meet turtles, moray eels and napoleon wrasse. Our guides also search for dugongs during both dives.
Dolphin House (Sha'ab Samadai)
A protected horseshoe-shaped reef where wild spinner dolphins come to rest in the lagoon. Your dives explore its pinnacles, caves and swim-throughs, with a chance of meeting the dolphins along the way.
Abu Dabbab Reefs 2 & 3
Offshore reefs with impressive hard-coral formations, scattered pinnacles and a colorful coral garden, plus the wreck of the Heaven One at around 14 meters.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Um Halhala
Two dives at Um Halhala, with a search for dugongs during the dives.
Day 2 — Dolphin House (Sha'ab Samadai)
Two dives at the protected reef of Sha'ab Samadai.
Day 3 — Abu Dabbab Reefs 2 & 3
Two dives at Abu Dabbab Reefs 2 and 3, among coral gardens and pinnacles.
Included
- 6 dives over 3 days (2 dives per day), all by speedboat
- Accommodation in Marsa Alam City
- Transfer from Hurghada to Marsa Alam
- Drinks on the speedboat
- Tanks and weights included, full briefing before each dive
- Certified instructors and experienced local dive guides
- Safety equipment onboard, first aid kit, and oxygen
- Rinsing and storage of equipment, personalized advice, on-site logistical support
Not included
- Food: meals are not included in the package
4-Day Marsa Alam Diving Program
Four days, four different sides of Marsa Alam: a dugong search at Um Halhala, the open-sea walls of the legendary Elphinstone Reef, and two days of shore diving at Abu Sail and Marsa Assalaya, with accommodation and transfers included.
745€ / person
Dive Sites
Um Halhala
A reef scattered with coral pinnacles, where you can meet turtles, moray eels and napoleon wrasse. The day includes a dedicated search for dugongs.
Elphinstone Reef
A legendary offshore reef with sheer walls dropping into the deep blue, famous for oceanic whitetip sharks and hammerheads. Open-sea currents can be strong, and this site is for experienced divers.
Abu Sail
A shore site known for its coral gardens, entered through a short cave in the reef, with a coral-covered wall and a giant mushroom-shaped pinnacle rich in soft corals.
Marsa Assalaya
A sheltered sandy bay where a gentle slope over seagrass leads to reefs on both sides. Relaxed, easy diving with turtles, and sometimes a dugong.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Um Halhala & Dugong Search
Diving at Um Halhala, with a dedicated search for dugongs.
Day 2 — Elphinstone Reef
Diving at the famous Elphinstone Reef.
Day 3 — Abu Sail
Two shore dives at Abu Sail.
Day 4 — Marsa Assalaya
Two shore dives at Marsa Assalaya.
Included
- The full 4-day diving program
- Accommodation and transfers
- Tanks and weights included, full briefing before each dive
- Certified instructors and experienced local dive guides
- Safety equipment onboard, first aid kit, and oxygen
- Rinsing and storage of equipment, personalized advice, on-site logistical support
Not included
- Equipment rental
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
5-Day South Red Sea Diving & Camping Experience
Experience the Red Sea differently. Over five days, you dive some of the most beautiful sites in the South Red Sea, from Dolphin House to the legendary Elphinstone Reef, and spend your nights in a peaceful camp by the beach, far from the city lights. Eleven dives, four nights at the camp with breakfast, and your transport are all included, so the only thing left to plan is your next dive.
905€ / person
Dive Sites
Dolphin House (Sha'ab Samadai)
A protected horseshoe-shaped reef where wild spinner dolphins come to rest in the lagoon. You dive by speedboat and explore its pinnacles, caves and swim-throughs, with a chance of meeting the dolphins along the way.
Abu Dabbab Reefs 3 & 4
Offshore reefs with a swim-through cave and coral garden on Reef 3, and big coral blocks and pinnacles covered in soft and hard corals on the quieter Reef 4.
Elphinstone Reef
A legendary offshore reef with sheer walls dropping into the deep blue, famous for oceanic whitetip sharks and hammerheads. Open-sea currents can be strong, and this site is for experienced divers.
Shore Diving from the Camp
- Day 1 — two shore dives to start the trip.
- Day 5 — three shore dives: one in the morning, one in the afternoon, and a night dive to close the adventure.
Life at the Camp
- More than a dive base. The camp isn't only about diving. Enjoy the beach throughout the day and unwind in a peaceful, natural setting.
- Breakfast included. Your four nights at the camp come with breakfast. For lunch or dinner, the camp restaurant is open to guests, paid separately.
- Massage on site. A massage at the camp is available as an optional extra.
- A sky full of stars. Far from the city lights, nights at the camp have an atmosphere all their own, the perfect way to relax after a day of diving.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Camp Shore Dives
After your transfer from Hurghada, two shore dives from the camp.
Day 2 — Dolphin House (Sha'ab Samadai)
Two dives by speedboat at Dolphin House.
Day 3 — Abu Dabbab Reefs 3 & 4
Two dives at Abu Dabbab Reefs 3 and 4.
Day 4 — Elphinstone Reef
Two dives at the legendary Elphinstone Reef.
Day 5 — Camp Dives & Night Dive
Three shore dives from the camp: one in the morning, one in the afternoon, and a night dive. After the night dive, we start the journey back to Hurghada. Please book your flight home at least 18 hours after the night dive.
Included
- 11 dives over 5 days, including a night dive
- 4 nights at the camp, bed & breakfast
- Transfer from Hurghada to Marsa Alam
- All transportation between the camp, the dive sites, and the speedboat departure points
- Tanks and weights included, full briefing before each dive
- Certified instructors and experienced local dive guides
- Safety equipment onboard, first aid kit, and oxygen
- Rinsing and storage of equipment, personalized advice, on-site logistical support
Not included
- Food and drinks other than the included breakfast (the camp restaurant is available for lunch and dinner)
- Massage and other optional services, available at an additional cost
Prerequisites
- Valid diving certification
- Good general physical condition
- Medical certificate required for divers over 45 years old
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