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Freedom III Liveaboard, Egypt

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This liveaboard specializes in short 3 or 4-night trips, making it an ideal option for divers looking to complement their resort stay with boat diving adventures. Guided by experienced dive guides, you'll explore some of the Red Sea's premier diving sites, including the Straits of Tiran and the iconic wrecks of Thistlegorm and Dunraven.

Boat Interior and Exterior
Designed to accommodate 20 passengers, the liveaboard features a variety of cabins to suit different group sizes: 2 double bed cabins, 1 flexible cabin for double, triple, or quad occupancy with a double bed and two single beds, and 6 twin bed cabins on the upper deck. All staterooms are equipped with air conditioning, private showers, TVs, DVDs, and mini-fridges for your comfort. The common areas provide a welcoming environment for relaxation between dives, with ample seating, a TV, and DVD player. Two sundecks located at the stern and bow offer perfect spots to enjoy the scenic views.

Dive Deck
The dive deck is well-equipped with a spacious platform, two Bauer compressors for air fills, and storage for diving gear, ensuring a seamless diving experience.

Safety
Safety is a top priority, with the boat equipped with essential safety gear, including life rafts and vests, oxygen, and a medic first aid kit, providing peace of mind during your trip.

Itinerary
The vessel's itineraries are tailored for short stays, offering a unique opportunity to experience some of the best diving the Red Sea has to offer without committing to a long trip. Dive sites include the Straits of Tiran and the renowned wrecks of Dunraven and Thistlegorm, which serve as underwater museums to their WWII cargo. These trips are perfect for those looking to combine the convenience of resort accommodations with the adventure of liveaboard diving.

When to Go
The optimal times to dive in Egypt are during the spring and autumn months when the climate and water temperatures are most favorable. However, the summer months offer unique opportunities for sightings of hammerhead sharks, making any season a good time to explore Egypt's underwater wonders

Cabins

Twin Bed Cabin
Lower Deck

Twin Bed Cabin

2 Guests
Double Bed Cabin
Lower Deck

Double Bed Cabin

3 Guests
Double Bed Cabin
Main Deck

Double Bed Cabin

2 Guests
Double Bed Cabin Front
Main Deck

Double Bed Cabin Front

2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2009
Number of cabins
10
Dive guides to divers ratio
8 : 1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Free
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Freedom Fleet
Length and width
28 m / 7.5 m
Capacity
20
Material
Steel
Languages crew speak
Arabic, English, German
Power plugs onboard
220v
Engines
2 x CAT 440hp each
Generator
2 x Perkins 57kVA each
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
2 x Bauer MV7.5 x 12 ltr cylinders

Dive Facilities

  • Warm Water Showers
  • Rebreather Support
  • Compressors
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck
  • DIN Adaptors

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar
  • Child Friendly
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly

Photographer Facilities

  • Charging Stations

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Freedom III Liveaboard Itineraries

Mini Safari Dunraven, Ras Mohammed and Strait of Tiran (3 nights) (Sharm El Sheikh-Sharm El Sheikh)

3 nights nights, ±10 dives,
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and drinking water
  • 12l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport / local hotel - boat - airport / local hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National Park fees, environmental tax - EUR 45-70 per person (to be paid on board)

Extra cost

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfers
  • 15l tanks
  • Equipment rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

A short trip that can be easily combined to a hotel accommodation
Endless wall dives
Amazing 4 reefs can be seen
Safari covers the magnificent dive sites within the Straits of Tiran and Ras Mohamed National Park

Day 1:
Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing. 

Days 2:
Morning: Check dive at Sharks Bay. The next dive is Jackfish Alley where you can easily enter the small caves there. The third dive will be the Alternatives, a chain of seven pinnacles with numerous sand patches and resident leopard sharks. Night Diving is very popular here.

Days 3:
Morning: the first dive of the day will take you to the historical wreck of the Dunraven. The next dive is the Shark and Yolanda Reef, the southernmost tip of the Sinai Peninsula with an endless wall unique in the Red Sea. Sails into the Strait of Tiran for the third dive will take you to Jackson Reef the most northern in the Strait of Tiran. night dive at the South Lagoon.

Days 4:
Morning: First dive of the day is usually at Thomas Reef or Woodhouse Reef, the smallest of the four Tiran reefs but probably the most interesting and richest in marine life. Next dive is Gordon Reef, After lunch return to Sharks Bay Umbi (Sharks Bay Jetty) Port and disembark at 10:00. Check-out from the yacht.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)

Dive sites you’ll see

Mini Safari Thistlegorm, Dunraven, Ras Mohammed (3 nights) (Sharm El Sheikh-Sharm El Sheikh)

3 nights nights, ±10 dives,
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and drinking water
  • 12l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport / local hotel - boat - airport / local hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National Park fees, environmental tax - EUR 45-70 per person (to be paid on board)

Extra cost

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfers
  • 15l tanks
  • Equipment rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

A short trip that can be easily combined to a hotel accommodation
Endless wall dives, amazing reefs
Impressive wrecks
Safari covers the magnificent dive sites within the Ras Mohamed National Park

Day 1:
Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing. 

Days 2-3:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.

Day 4:
2 dives. Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.
 

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Dive sites you’ll see