Golden Dolphin IV Liveaboard, Egypt
MY Golden Dolphin IV is a 46-metre motor yacht operating in the Red Sea, Egypt, with departures from Hurghada and Port Ghalib. It accommodates up to 28 guests and operates scheduled safari itineraries with onboard diving systems.
Boat Interior
The vessel accommodates 28 guests in 14 air-conditioned cabins arranged across lower, main, and upper decks.
Two air-conditioned salons are located on the main and upper decks, each equipped with a TV/DVD area and sound system. A dining room is positioned on the lower deck.
Three bars are located on the main, upper, and sundeck levels. Media systems are available on the upper deck and sundeck. Wi-Fi is available free of charge when within range.
Dive Deck
Diving operations are supported by two zodiacs with ladders and 85 PS outboard engines.
The boat is equipped with two Bauer K15.1 compressors and a Nitrox membrane system (Mattai 15KW). Nitrox up to 32 percent is available free of charge for certified divers. Nitrox above 32 percent is subject to surcharge.
Aluminium tanks (12L) with DIN/INT fittings are standard. 15L tanks are available on request.
Safety and Navigation
Safety equipment onboard includes life rafts, life jackets, life rings, emergency oxygen, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits, along with a defibrillator. A fire fighting and alarm system is installed throughout the vessel, supported by smoke detectors and fire alarms. Emergency flares are also available, and ENOS is provided on request.
Safety briefings are conducted upon arrival to familiarise guests with the location and use of onboard emergency equipment. Oxygen tanks are available for diving-related emergencies.
The vessel is equipped with radar, sounder, GPS tracking, and radio VHF/DSC/SSB for navigation and communication. Additional systems include an EPIRB (emergency position indicating radio beacon), AIS, a bilge pump alarm, and a searchlight.
Itineraries
This liveaboard operates Red Sea itineraries with departures from Hurghada and Port Ghalib. Routes are determined by the schedule and include North, North Wrecks, Brother Islands, Daedalus, Elphinstone, Rocky Island, Zabargad, St. Johns, Fury Shoals, Strait of Tiran, Dahab, Safaga, and Abu Fendera. Selected 10-day and 2-week itineraries are also available.
Check-in takes place from 5:00 p.m., with the first night spent onboard in the harbour. Departure from the marina takes place the following day.
The itinerary includes five days at sea, with three to four dives per day depending on routing, weather conditions, and diver experience. On the final full day, a maximum of two dives is conducted before returning to the marina in the afternoon.
The last night is spent either onboard in the harbour or in a hotel, depending on the boat schedule.
When to Go
The boat operates in the Red Sea year-round, with departures from Hurghada and Port Ghalib. Routes include northern and southern itineraries, with destinations such as Brother Islands, Daedalus, Elphinstone, Rocky Island, Zabargad, and St. Johns.
Water temperatures range from approximately 24°C to 28°C between April and October, and from 19°C to 24°C between November and March. Daytime temperatures during summer months reach around 35°C or higher, while winter evenings are cooler.
Operations are subject to weather conditions and local regulations.
Cabin Types
All cabins on MY Golden Dolphin IV are air-conditioned and feature an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower. Towels and bathrobes are provided.
Cabins are distributed across three decks and differ by location and bed configuration.
Lower Deck Cabins
Four cabins are located on the lower deck, including two with double beds and two with twin beds.
Main Deck Cabins
Six cabins are located on the main deck, with a mix of double and twin bed configurations. Two cabins have double beds.
Upper Deck Cabins
Four cabins are located on the upper deck, all configured with twin beds.
Cabins
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Deck:Lower Deck, Main Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:4 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Air-conditioned cabins with own bathroom (and separate shower) and minibar.
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Deck:Lower Deck, Main Deck, Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:10 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
Air-conditioned cabins with own bathroom (and separate shower) and minibar.
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Rebreather Support
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
- DIN Adaptors
- Personal Storage Space
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Buffet Style
- Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
- Snacks All Day
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Child Friendly
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
- Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Special Storage for U/W Camera
- Charging Stations
Frequently Asked Questions About Golden Dolphin IV
What Nitrox and diving courses are available on board?
Which climate and what clothes will suit me in the Red Sea?
What are the requirements for a liveaboard safari?
Food and Beverages on Board
What are the routes and dive sites available for chargers and groups?
South Safari: The route to Fury Shoals is known for its encounters with dolphins and turtles.
Brother Islands-Daedalus-Elphinstone: Advanced diving in the Brother Islands offers wall diving covered with corals, hammerheads, thresher sharks, and silvertips. Daedalus Reef has steep walls and a southern plateau, commonly known to be frequented by reef and hammerhead sharks. Elphinstone has the north and south plateaus that are quite iconic, featuring soft corals and a possible encounter with oceanic white-tip sharks and grey reef sharks
What is the marine life in the Red Sea? When to Go?
Diving can be done here throughout the year, but conditions and marine life do vary with the seasons. During the period between November and March, there is a general coolness of weather; fewer people result in crowds, and water temperature fluctuates between 22-24°C. April to June usually presents warmer waters, better manta ray, and whale shark encounters during plankton blooms. The summer months see active marine life, while September to early November brings warmer waters and good visibility for the variety of marine life
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Golden Dolphin IV Liveaboard Itineraries
North incl. Straits of Tiran (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
Daedalus - Rocky Island - Zabargad - St. Johns - Elphinstone (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
North - Safaga - Brother Islands (9 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-8:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 9:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 10:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
Daedalus - Rocky Island - Zabargad - St. Johns - Elphinstone (10 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-9:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 10:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 11:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
Brother Islands - Daedalus - Rocky Island - Zabargad - St. Johns - Abu Fendera - Elphinstone - Safaga (14 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-13:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 14:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 15:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
North - Straits of Tiran - Dahab - Brother Islands (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone (7 nights) (Hurghada-Port Ghalib)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)
Dive sites you’ll see
Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone (7 nights) (Port Ghalib-Hurghada)
Included
- Accommodation (last night may be in a 3* Hotel "HB-BASIS")
- Diving (3-4 dives/day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Soft drinks, water, coffee, tea
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Fees and taxes/visa - 350-550 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International flights
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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 (Please note that night dives are not allowed in Marine Parks)