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New Life Liveaboard, Egypt
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148
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Routes cover the Red Sea from northern wrecks to the Deep South and offshore reefs
24-hour deck watch with AIS, radar, EPIRB, oxygen and comprehensive safety equipment
Three freshly prepared meals daily, plus fruit, snacks, soft drinks and specialty coffee
New Life liveaboard offers Egypt diving from Hurghada and Hamata, with a schedule that ranges from northern wrecks and reefs to Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone, Fury Shoals, and St. John's. The dive boat accommodates up to 24 guests in 12 en-suite twin cabins, with Wi-Fi onboard, freshly prepared meals, and a strong focus on safety throughout the cruise.
Boat Interior
New Life liveaboard accommodates up to 24 guests in 12 cabins, with Wi-Fi available onboard. Meals are an important part of the experience, with three full meals prepared daily and a varied selection of international and Egyptian cuisine. Dinner typically includes soup, main courses and dessert, while freshly prepared dishes can include chicken, turkey, steak, fresh fish, calamari and shrimp.Fresh fruit, snacks, pizza and biscuits are available throughout the day. Complimentary soft drinks, tea, coffee and hot chocolate are also offered at any time. Coffee lovers have access to both a Nespresso machine, where guests can use their own preferred capsules, and a separate espresso machine for freshly prepared specialty coffee. A small ice machine keeps ice available for cold drinks and cocktails.
Cabin Types
New Life liveaboard has 12 twin cabins across the main and upper decks. All cabins feature individual air conditioning and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.Standard Twin Cabin Main Deck
Four cabins are located on the main deck. Each has twin beds, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.Panorama View Twin Cabin Upper Deck
Two upper-deck cabins offer twin beds and panoramic views, along with individual air conditioning and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.Standard Twin Cabin Upper Deck
Six additional twin cabins are located on the upper deck. Each includes twin beds, individual air conditioning and a private en-suite bathroom with shower.Safety
Safety procedures are built into daily life aboard New Life. The captain, crew members and experienced dive guides are trained in first aid and oxygen supply, while Cruise Directors provide a safety briefing to all guests during check-in.A 24-hour deck watch is maintained throughout the trip. Safety and navigation equipment includes AIS, GPS, radar, echo sounder, VHF radio, EPIRB, first aid equipment and oxygen tanks. The dive boat also carries two annually maintained life rafts with capacity for 25 people each, life jackets, marine signals and emergency flares, a rescue-rope launching gun and an emergency evacuation plan.
Fire protection includes fire alarms, annually maintained fire extinguishers and sprinkler fire-extinguishing systems for the kitchen and engine room. Communication between the main vessel and its two speedboats is supported by walkie-talkie radios.
Itineraries
New Life operates a varied Red Sea schedule, with routes ranging from northern reefs and wrecks to remote southern and offshore areas.Deep South & Southern Red Sea routes include Deep South Red Sea Expeditions, Fury Shoals & St. John's, and Daedalus & Fury Shoals, with departures from Hamata and Hurghada. These itineraries focus on the more remote southern part of the Red Sea and are offered in 7-, 12- and 14-night formats.
Offshore Routes include Brothers & North and Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone, combining northern diving with some of the Red Sea’s best-known offshore sites.
Northern Red Sea itineraries include Northern Route & Tiran, North & Dahab, Northern Route & Wrecks, and Northern Route & Safaga. These 7-night trips operate from Hurghada and combine different northern regions within a single liveaboard trip.
Cabins
Main Deck
Standard Twin Cabin
2 Guests
Standard Twin Cabin
Standard Twin Cabin
Deck:Main Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:4 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- En-Suite Cabins
- Towels
Each cabin features twin beds, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom with shower. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy - your perfect retreat after a day at sea
Upper Deck
Panorama View Twin Cabin
2 Guests
Panorama View Twin Cabin
Panorama View Twin Cabin
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- En-Suite Cabins
- Towels
Each cabin features twin beds, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom with a shower. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy - your perfect retreat after a day at sea
Upper Deck
Standard Twin Cabin
2 Guests
Standard Twin Cabin
Standard Twin Cabin
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- En-Suite Cabins
- Towels
Each cabin features twin beds, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom with shower. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy - your perfect retreat after a day at sea
Boat Specification
Year built / Renovation
2023
Number of cabins
12
Dive guides to divers ratio
12:1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Free
Nitrox
Free
Fleet/Managing company
New Life
Length and width
40 m / 9.5 m
Capacity
24
Tenders
2 speedboats
Material
Wood
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
220V - Cabins USB only for safety reasons
Engines
2 MTU 1150hp
Generator
2 * 100KW
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
Bauer x 2 - 220
Dive Facilities
- Compressors
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Buffet Style
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Open Air Saloon
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
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New Life Liveaboard Itineraries
Northern Route & Wrecks (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Northern Red Sea route with coral gardens, walls, and strong reef fish life
Thistlegorm, Dunraven, Carnatic, and Ghiannis D add varied historic wreck diving
Shark and Yolanda Reef with jacks, barracuda, snappers, and pelagic action
A mix of wrecks, current-swept reefs, night dives, and possible dolphin encounters
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Shaab el Erg– check dive
- Sail to Beacon Rock
- 2nd: Coral Garden / Beacon Rock area
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations and arrival time
Monday
- Wreck of Dunraven
- Shark Reef & Yolanda Reef
- Jackfish Alley
- Sail towards Sha'ab Ali / SS Thistlegorm
- Possible dolphin encounter / snorkeling at Sha'ab Ali, subject to conditions and regulations
Tuesday
Early morning:
- 2 Dives Wreck of SS Thistlegorm
- Wreck of Kingston or Shag Rock
- Possible night dive at Gubal subject to conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- Wreck of Ulysses
- The Barg
- Bluff Point
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Wreck of Carnatic
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Um Gamar
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives at Giftun Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Shaab el Erg– check dive
- Sail to Beacon Rock
- 2nd: Coral Garden / Beacon Rock area
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations and arrival time
Monday
- Wreck of Dunraven
- Shark Reef & Yolanda Reef
- Jackfish Alley
- Sail towards Sha'ab Ali / SS Thistlegorm
- Possible dolphin encounter / snorkeling at Sha'ab Ali, subject to conditions and regulations
Tuesday
Early morning:
- 2 Dives Wreck of SS Thistlegorm
- Wreck of Kingston or Shag Rock
- Possible night dive at Gubal subject to conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- Wreck of Ulysses
- The Barg
- Bluff Point
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Wreck of Carnatic
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Um Gamar
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives at Giftun Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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 & North (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Brothers with steep walls, soft corals, and chances for sharks and large pelagics
Safaga reefs with coral gardens, drop-offs, barracuda, turtles, and reef fish
Historic wrecks including Salem Express, Abu Nuhas, Kingston, and Thistlegorm
A varied northern Red Sea route mixing wreck diving, coral reefs, and schooling fish
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Gotta Abu Ramada
- Overnight Sailing to Brothers
Monday
- 3 Dives at Brother Island
- Overnight Sailing to Safaga
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Salem Express Wreck
- Panorama Reef
- Abu Kefan
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Um Gamar
- Abu Nuhas
- Wreck of Kingston
Thursday
- 2 Dives SS Thistlegorm
- Small Gubal
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Suyal Island
- Shab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
Breakfast on board
Check-out and disembarkation
Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Gotta Abu Ramada
- Overnight Sailing to Brothers
Monday
- 3 Dives at Brother Island
- Overnight Sailing to Safaga
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Salem Express Wreck
- Panorama Reef
- Abu Kefan
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Um Gamar
- Abu Nuhas
- Wreck of Kingston
Thursday
- 2 Dives SS Thistlegorm
- Small Gubal
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Suyal Island
- Shab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
Breakfast on board
Check-out and disembarkation
Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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 & Dahab (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Northern Red Sea route with reef walls, coral gardens, and dramatic drop-offs
Dahab sites add the Blue Hole, Canyon, and rugged underwater topography
Tiran and Ras Mohammed bring jacks, barracuda, snappers, and reef sharks
Historic wrecks add steel structures, marine growth, and schooling reef fish
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada International Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- Shab El Erg
- Beacon Rock
Monday
- Shark & Yolanda Reef
- Gordon Reef
- Jackson Reef
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Tuesday
- El Shugerate
- Blue Hole
- Canyon
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Gabr el Bint
- Thomas Reef
- Woodhouse Reef
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Ras um Sid
- Wreck of Dunraven
- Wreck of Carnatic
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Syual Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada International Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- Shab El Erg
- Beacon Rock
Monday
- Shark & Yolanda Reef
- Gordon Reef
- Jackson Reef
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Tuesday
- El Shugerate
- Blue Hole
- Canyon
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Gabr el Bint
- Thomas Reef
- Woodhouse Reef
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Ras um Sid
- Wreck of Dunraven
- Wreck of Carnatic
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Syual Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Northern Route & Safaga (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Safaga and northern Red Sea reefs with coral gardens, walls, and colourful reef fish
Salem Express, Thistlegorm, Ghiannis D, Kingston, and Ulysses add varied wreck diving
Schools of snappers, fusiliers, barracuda, and jacks around reefs and wrecks
A mix of historic wrecks, reef plateaus, night dives, and sheltered coral sites
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Gotta Abu Ramada– check dive
- Tobia Arba
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Monday
- Wreck of Salem Express
- Panorama Reef
- Small Giftun
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Um Gamar
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Wreck of Kingston
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- 2 Dives Wreck of Thistlegorm
- Shaag Rock
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- The Barge
- Wreck of Ulysses
- Bluff Point
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Syual Island
- Shaab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Gotta Abu Ramada– check dive
- Tobia Arba
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Monday
- Wreck of Salem Express
- Panorama Reef
- Small Giftun
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Um Gamar
- Wreck of Ghiannis D
- Wreck of Kingston
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- 2 Dives Wreck of Thistlegorm
- Shaag Rock
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- The Barge
- Wreck of Ulysses
- Bluff Point
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Syual Island
- Shaab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Northern Route & Tiran (7 nights) (Hurghada-Hurghada)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Northern Red Sea reefs with coral gardens, walls, and strong fish life
Tiran and Ras Mohammed with jacks, barracuda, snappers, and reef sharks
Thistlegorm, Dunraven, Kingston, and Ulysses add varied historic wreck diving
A route mixing wrecks, current-swept reefs, night dives, and colourful coral scenery
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Shaab el Erg– check dive
- Sail to Beacon Rock
- 2nd: Coral Garden / Beacon Rock area
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations and arrival time
Monday
- Shark & Yolanda Reef
- Jackfish Alley
- Ras um Sid
- Night Dive Tempel
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Jackson Reef
- Thomas Reef
- Gordon Reef
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- Wreck of Dunraven
- 2 Dives Wreck of Thistlegorm
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Wreck of Kingston
- Wreck of Ulysses
- The Barg
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Syual Island
- Shaab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 1st dive: Shaab el Erg– check dive
- Sail to Beacon Rock
- 2nd: Coral Garden / Beacon Rock area
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations and arrival time
Monday
- Shark & Yolanda Reef
- Jackfish Alley
- Ras um Sid
- Night Dive Tempel
Tuesday
Early morning:
- Jackson Reef
- Thomas Reef
- Gordon Reef
- Possible night dive, depending on conditions and regulations
Wednesday
- Wreck of Dunraven
- 2 Dives Wreck of Thistlegorm
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Wreck of Kingston
- Wreck of Ulysses
- The Barg
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- Syual Island
- Shaab el Erg
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 50 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Brothers and Daedalus with steep walls, strong currents, and shark encounters
Elphinstone with soft corals, barracuda, tuna, and oceanic whitetips
Safaga adds Panorama Reef and the Salem Express wreck
Chances to see hammerheads, grey reef sharks, turtles, and large schools of fish
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Gotta Abu Ramada
- Overnight Sailing to Brothers
Monday
- 3 Dives at Brother Island
- Overnight Sailing to Daedalus
Tuesday
- 3 Dives at Daedalus
- Overnight Sailing to Elphinstone
Wednesday
- 2 Dives at Elphinstone
- Marsa Shona
- Overnight Sailing to Safaga
Thursday
- Salem Express
- Panorama Reef North & South
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Small Giftun Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
Approximately 18-20 dives, depending on weather, sea conditions, official regulations and the final itinerary.
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)
Arrival at Hurghada Internationl Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Gotta Abu Ramada
- Overnight Sailing to Brothers
Monday
- 3 Dives at Brother Island
- Overnight Sailing to Daedalus
Tuesday
- 3 Dives at Daedalus
- Overnight Sailing to Elphinstone
Wednesday
- 2 Dives at Elphinstone
- Marsa Shona
- Overnight Sailing to Safaga
Thursday
- Salem Express
- Panorama Reef North & South
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Small Giftun Island
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
Approximately 18-20 dives, depending on weather, sea conditions, official regulations and the final itinerary.
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)
Fury Shoal & St. Johns (7 nights) (Hamata-Hamata)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Fury Shoals and St. John’s with caves, swim-throughs, and coral-rich reefs
Hard and soft corals with anthias, fusiliers, snappers, and barracuda
Chances to see reef sharks, turtles, napoleon wrasse, and spinner dolphins
A southern Red Sea route mixing walls, pinnacles, sheltered reefs, and night dives
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon in Hamata
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Fury Shoal
- Overnight Sailing to St Johns
Monday
- 3 Dives St Johns Habili Ali – Gotta Kebir – Gotta Soraya
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Tuesday
- St Johns Foul Bay – Um Arouk – Paradise – Um Chararim
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Fury Shoals 3 dives – Sataya South – Malahi – Maksour
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Abu Galauwa Kebir and Sorya
- Habili Radir
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Wadi Gimal
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon in Hamata
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Fury Shoal
- Overnight Sailing to St Johns
Monday
- 3 Dives St Johns Habili Ali – Gotta Kebir – Gotta Soraya
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Tuesday
- St Johns Foul Bay – Um Arouk – Paradise – Um Chararim
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Wednesday
- Fury Shoals 3 dives – Sataya South – Malahi – Maksour
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Abu Galauwa Kebir and Sorya
- Habili Radir
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Wadi Gimal
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Deep South Red Sea Expedition (14 nights) (Hurghada-Hamata)
14 nights nights, ±40 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Special route surcharge - 395 EUR per trip
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Brothers and Daedalus with steep walls, soft corals, and strong shark action
Rocky, Zabargad, and St. John’s with coral gardens, caves, and dramatic drop-offs
Elba and Abu Fendera add pristine reefs, hard corals, and large schools of fish
Chances for oceanic whitetips, hammerheads, threshers, turtles, tuna, and eagle rays
Day 1 – 24 July
ARRIVAL IN HURGHADA – CHECK-IN ON BOARD
Guests arrive in Hurghada and check in on board NEW LIFE.
- Check-in and cabin allocation
- Welcome on board
- Meet the crew and professional dive guides
- Safety briefing
- Equipment preparation
- Dinner on board
- Overnight on board in Hurghada Marina
Day 2 – 25 July
DEPARTURE – HURGHADA → BROTHERS ISLANDS
After breakfast, NEW LIFE departs Hurghada and begins the journey towards the legendary Brothers Islands.
The crossing takes approximately 8 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Once at the destination, the diving program begins according to the conditions and the itinerary.
BROTHERS ISLANDS
Famous for dramatic walls, strong currents, colorful soft corals and frequent encounters with oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerhead sharks, grey reef sharks and thresher sharks. The Brothers are also home to the legendary wrecks Aida II and Numidia.
DAEDALUS REEF
An isolated offshore reef known for spectacular drop-offs, pristine coral formations and excellent opportunities to encounter hammerhead sharks, oceanic whitetips and large pelagic species.
ROCKY ISLAND
One of the most remote and untouched dive sites in the Red Sea. Steep walls covered with colourful soft corals attract tuna, barracuda, grey reef sharks and other pelagic fish.
ZABARGAD ISLAND
A beautiful island surrounded by crystal-clear waters, coral gardens, caves and steep reef walls. Frequent encounters include turtles, Napoleon wrasse and reef sharks.
ST. JOHN'S REEFS
A vast reef system in the far south featuring tunnels, caverns, pinnacles, drop-offs and coral gardens. St. John's is known for its exceptional biodiversity and spectacular underwater landscapes.
ELBA REEF
Located close to the Egyptian-Sudanese border, Elba offers pristine reefs with minimal diver traffic, healthy coral formations and abundant marine life in an untouched environment.
ABU FENDERA
A remote plateau reef famous for impressive hard coral formations, large schools of fish and excellent visibility. One of the hidden gems of the Southern Red Sea.
FURY SHOAL
A collection of spectacular reefs featuring caves, swim-throughs, coral gardens and sheltered lagoons. Highlights include Shaab Claudio, Shaab Maksour and Malahi, often referred to as the “Underwater Labyrinth.”
MARINE LIFE
Oceanic Whitetip Sharks • Hammerhead Sharks • Grey Reef Sharks • Silvertip Sharks • Thresher Sharks • Turtles • Dolphins • Napoleon Wrasse • Barracuda • Tuna • Giant Trevallies • Eagle Rays • Schools of Anthias and Fusiliers
Day 13 – 06 August
FINAL DIVES & ARRIVAL IN HAMATA
The final morning offers the opportunity for the last dives of the expedition. After the final dives and lunch, NEW LIFE sails towards Hamata.
Afternoon – Arrival in Hamata
- Arrival in Hamata
- Final equipment preparation and packing
- Relaxing afternoon on board
- Farewell dinner
- Last night on board in Hamata
Day 14 – 07 August
DEPARTURE – HAMATA → HURGHADA
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to NEW LIFE and the crew.
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Group transfer from Hamata to Hurghada
- Estimated transfer time: approximately 5–6 hours
End of the Deep South Red Sea Expedition.
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)
ARRIVAL IN HURGHADA – CHECK-IN ON BOARD
Guests arrive in Hurghada and check in on board NEW LIFE.
- Check-in and cabin allocation
- Welcome on board
- Meet the crew and professional dive guides
- Safety briefing
- Equipment preparation
- Dinner on board
- Overnight on board in Hurghada Marina
Day 2 – 25 July
DEPARTURE – HURGHADA → BROTHERS ISLANDS
After breakfast, NEW LIFE departs Hurghada and begins the journey towards the legendary Brothers Islands.
The crossing takes approximately 8 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Once at the destination, the diving program begins according to the conditions and the itinerary.
BROTHERS ISLANDS
Famous for dramatic walls, strong currents, colorful soft corals and frequent encounters with oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerhead sharks, grey reef sharks and thresher sharks. The Brothers are also home to the legendary wrecks Aida II and Numidia.
DAEDALUS REEF
An isolated offshore reef known for spectacular drop-offs, pristine coral formations and excellent opportunities to encounter hammerhead sharks, oceanic whitetips and large pelagic species.
ROCKY ISLAND
One of the most remote and untouched dive sites in the Red Sea. Steep walls covered with colourful soft corals attract tuna, barracuda, grey reef sharks and other pelagic fish.
ZABARGAD ISLAND
A beautiful island surrounded by crystal-clear waters, coral gardens, caves and steep reef walls. Frequent encounters include turtles, Napoleon wrasse and reef sharks.
ST. JOHN'S REEFS
A vast reef system in the far south featuring tunnels, caverns, pinnacles, drop-offs and coral gardens. St. John's is known for its exceptional biodiversity and spectacular underwater landscapes.
ELBA REEF
Located close to the Egyptian-Sudanese border, Elba offers pristine reefs with minimal diver traffic, healthy coral formations and abundant marine life in an untouched environment.
ABU FENDERA
A remote plateau reef famous for impressive hard coral formations, large schools of fish and excellent visibility. One of the hidden gems of the Southern Red Sea.
FURY SHOAL
A collection of spectacular reefs featuring caves, swim-throughs, coral gardens and sheltered lagoons. Highlights include Shaab Claudio, Shaab Maksour and Malahi, often referred to as the “Underwater Labyrinth.”
MARINE LIFE
Oceanic Whitetip Sharks • Hammerhead Sharks • Grey Reef Sharks • Silvertip Sharks • Thresher Sharks • Turtles • Dolphins • Napoleon Wrasse • Barracuda • Tuna • Giant Trevallies • Eagle Rays • Schools of Anthias and Fusiliers
Day 13 – 06 August
FINAL DIVES & ARRIVAL IN HAMATA
The final morning offers the opportunity for the last dives of the expedition. After the final dives and lunch, NEW LIFE sails towards Hamata.
Afternoon – Arrival in Hamata
- Arrival in Hamata
- Final equipment preparation and packing
- Relaxing afternoon on board
- Farewell dinner
- Last night on board in Hamata
Day 14 – 07 August
DEPARTURE – HAMATA → HURGHADA
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to NEW LIFE and the crew.
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Group transfer from Hamata to Hurghada
- Estimated transfer time: approximately 5–6 hours
End of the Deep South Red Sea Expedition.
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)
Daedalus & Fury Shoal (7 nights) (Hamata-Hamata)
7 nights nights, ±20 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Daedalus with steep walls, strong currents, and excellent shark encounters
Fury Shoals with caves, swim-throughs, and colourful hard and soft corals
Schools of barracuda, tuna, fusiliers, and jacks around offshore reefs
Sataya adds spinner dolphins, sheltered reefs, and relaxed southern Red Sea diving
Saturday – Arrival & Check-in
Arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon in Hamata
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Marsa Alam
- Overnight Sailing to Daedalus
Monday
- 3 dives Daedalus Reef
- Overnight Sailing to Fury Shoal
Tuesday
- 3 dives Daedalus
- Overnight Sailing to Fury Shoal
Wednesday
- Sataya South
- Snorkel with Dolphins
- Malahi
- Maksour
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Shaab Claudio
- Abu Galauwa Kebir
- Abu Galauwa Sorya
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Wadi Gimal
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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)
Arrival at Marsa Alam Airport, meet and greet on board
- Check-in on board from 12:00 noon in Hamata
- Cabin allocation
- Equipment setup
- Welcome briefing
- Safety & Environmental briefing
- Dinner
- Overnight on board in Port
Sunday
The boat departs early morning at approximately 09:00 a.m.
After breakfast:
- 2 Dives Marsa Alam
- Overnight Sailing to Daedalus
Monday
- 3 dives Daedalus Reef
- Overnight Sailing to Fury Shoal
Tuesday
- 3 dives Daedalus
- Overnight Sailing to Fury Shoal
Wednesday
- Sataya South
- Snorkel with Dolphins
- Malahi
- Maksour
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Thursday
- Shaab Claudio
- Abu Galauwa Kebir
- Abu Galauwa Sorya
- Possible night dive, subject to local regulations and conditions
Friday
- 2 Dives Wadi Gimal
- Return to Port 13.00 p.m
- Boat remains in port overnight
Saturday – Check-out
- Breakfast on board
- Check-out and disembarkation
- Check-out latest by 10:00 a.m.
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
Deep South Red Sea Expedition (12 nights) (Hamata-Hurghada)
12 nights nights, ±33 dives,
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent
Included
- Full board accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Water, coffee and tea
- 6 days of diving
- 3–4 dives per day according to itinerary
- Tank and weights
- Air fills
- Dive guide(s)
- Zodiac / RIB for diving
- Bed linen and towels
- Wi-Fi onboard (where available)
- Nitrox 12 Liter TANK (For Certified Divers )
- Airport Transfers Full Charter GROUP Airport to Boat
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Special route surcharge - 395 EUR per trip
- Port and harbour fees PORT GHALIB - 100 EUR
- Marine Park fees/Government / environmental fees/Military / security fees: 180EUR per trip, to be paid in advance
- Visa: 25USD per trip, to be paid at the airport
Extra cost
- Crew gratuities
- Private guide
- Equipment rental
- Full Set BCD Regulator Mask Fins Boots Suit: 155EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Fins: 25EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Dive computer: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Mask / snorkel: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Wetsuit: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- BCD: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Torch: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Boots: 30EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Regulator: 55EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- 15 L tank: 50EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Port Ghalib per way in limosine: 55EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer RMF to Hamata in Limousine: 85EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Transfer HUR Airport Boat per way in limousine: 15EUR per item, to be paid in advance, on board
- Private guide: 350EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
- Crew gratuities: 100EUR per trip, to be paid in advance, on board
Program
Remote southern Red Sea expedition with pristine reefs and steep walls
Elba Reef and Abu Fendera with healthy corals, eagle rays, barracuda, and sharks
St. John’s and Fury Shoals with caves, swim-throughs, dolphin encounters, and rich reef life
A varied route mixing untouched reefs, pelagic action, coral gardens, and wreck diving
Day 1:
ARRIVAL IN MARSA ALAM – HAMATA
Arrival by flight at Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF).
Guests will be transferred from Marsa Alam Airport to Hamata, with a transfer time of approximately 2 hours.
Upon arrival:
- Check-in on board NEW LIFE
- Welcome and introduction to the crew and professional dive guides
- Safety briefing
- Equipment preparation
- Dinner on board
- Overnight on board in Hamata
Day 2:
CHECK DIVES – FURY SHOAL
The expedition begins with check dives in the spectacular Fury Shoal area.
Shaab Claudio
An easy and beautiful orientation dive through an impressive cave and swim-through system. This is the perfect opportunity to become familiar with the diving conditions and explore the spectacular underwater formations.
Sataya Reef – South / Dolphin House
A spectacular reef area famous for encounters with spinner dolphins. Sightings are very likely and can provide an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Afternoon Departure – St. John’s
In the afternoon, NEW LIFE departs towards St. John’s Reefs.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Day 3-11:
ST. JOHN’S REEFS
Habili Ali
A spectacular open-water wall dive with the possibility of encountering reef sharks. The steep wall drops into the deep blue and offers an impressive Red Sea diving experience.
Gota Kebira
A huge coral formation and an ideal location for a drift dive along the reef wall, with impressive coral formations and abundant marine life.
A further dive at Gota Kebira may be scheduled depending on the conditions and the daily dive plan.
Departure – Abu Fendera
After the diving program, NEW LIFE departs towards Abu Fendera.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours.
Day 4:
ABU FENDERA – THE GATEWAY TO PRISTINE REEFS
Today we explore the remote and largely untouched reef systems of Abu Fendera.
Abu Fendera North
A very remote reef system featuring impressive giant pillar corals and pristine underwater landscapes.
Abu Fendera East
A spectacular drift dive along untouched reef areas with beautiful macro life and soft corals.
Abu Fendera West
A shallower and more relaxed dive, allowing guests to enjoy the reef and marine life at a comfortable pace.
Departure – Elba Reef
After the final dive, NEW LIFE departs towards Elba Reef.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours.
Day 5:
ELBA REEF – INTO THE REMOTE SOUTH
Arrival at the remote Elba Reef, one of the most pristine and untouched diving areas of the Red Sea.
Up to three dives at spectacular steep walls and colourful coral reefs, with excellent opportunities to encounter sharks, eagle rays, barracuda and large schools of fish.
The remote location and limited diver traffic make Elba Reef one of the true highlights of the expedition.
Day 6:
ELBA REEF – EXPLORING PRISTINE REEFS
Continue exploring the unique reef system of Elba Reef with up to three dives at varied steep walls, coral gardens and reef plateaus.
Crystal-clear water, healthy coral formations and exceptional marine biodiversity make Elba Reef one of the absolute highlights of this expedition.
Day 7:
ELBA REEF – FINAL DIVES & DEPARTURE FOR ST. JOHN’S
Enjoy the final dives around Elba Reef, depending on weather, sea conditions and the planned itinerary.
Early Afternoon – Departure for St. John’s
In the early afternoon, NEW LIFE departs Elba Reef and heads towards St. John’s Reefs.
Approximate crossing time: 14 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Overnight sailing towards the spectacular reefs of St. John’s.
Day 8:
ST. JOHN’S & ST. JOHN’S CAVES
Arrival in the St. John’s area and a full day of diving.
Explore spectacular reef formations, walls, caves and underwater passages in this remote southern Red Sea region.
St. John’s Caves
A highlight of the area, featuring impressive caves, tunnels and swim-throughs combined with colourful coral formations and rich marine life.
The exact dive sites and number of dives will depend on local conditions and the final itinerary.
Day 9:
SATAYA – GOTTA SORAYA; GOTTA KEBIR – SHILINIAT
The expedition continues towards Sataya and the surrounding reef systems.
Gotta Soraya & Gotta Kebir
Explore spectacular reef formations with impressive coral structures, walls and abundant marine life.
Shiliniat
Continue exploring the reef system of Shiliniat, depending on the prevailing conditions and the dive plan for the day.
Day 10:
SHAAB MARSA ALAM – ELPHINSTONE – ABU DABAB
The expedition continues north with a diverse selection of renowned dive locations.
Shaab Marsa Alam
Explore the reef formations and marine life of Shaab Marsa Alam.
Elphinstone Reef
One of the most famous reefs in the Egyptian Red Sea, offering spectacular walls, colourful coral formations and opportunities for encounters with larger pelagic marine life.
Abu Dabab
A well-known reef area offering varied diving and the opportunity to explore its rich marine environment.
Day 11:
MARSA SHONA – MARSA TROMBI – MANGROVE BAY
Continue north with a full day of diving along the Red Sea coast.
Marsa Shona
Explore the reef and diverse marine life of Marsa Shona.
Marsa Trombi
Continue to Marsa Trombi for another dive and discover its reef formations and marine environment.
Mangrove Bay
A relaxed and scenic diving experience surrounded by the characteristic coastal landscape.
The exact number and timing of dives depend on the conditions and the final itinerary.
Day 12:
SALEM EXPRESS – RETURN TO PORT
Today features a dive at the legendary Salem Express, one of the best-known wrecks in the Egyptian Red Sea.
After the diving program, NEW LIFE returns to the port at approximately 13:00.
The afternoon is at leisure:
- Relax and enjoy the facilities on board
- Free time to explore the surrounding area
- Prepare equipment and luggage
- Final evening aboard NEW LIFE
Day 13 :
CHECK-OUT & DEPARTURE
After breakfast, guests check out from NEW LIFE.
A transfer to the airport will then be arranged for the guests' individual journey home.
The itinerary is designed as an expedition and may be adjusted according to weather, wind, sea conditions, tides, local regulations, port requirements and operational considerations.
The exact sequence of dive sites and number of dives may therefore change. The final itinerary is determined by the Captain and professional dive guides, always with safety as the highest priority.
The remote southern itinerary includes destinations such as Elba Reef, Abu Fendera and St. John's, making this an exceptional expedition for experienced divers seeking pristine reefs, spectacular walls, abundant marine life and remote Red Sea diving.
ARRIVAL IN MARSA ALAM – HAMATA
Arrival by flight at Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF).
Guests will be transferred from Marsa Alam Airport to Hamata, with a transfer time of approximately 2 hours.
Upon arrival:
- Check-in on board NEW LIFE
- Welcome and introduction to the crew and professional dive guides
- Safety briefing
- Equipment preparation
- Dinner on board
- Overnight on board in Hamata
Day 2:
CHECK DIVES – FURY SHOAL
The expedition begins with check dives in the spectacular Fury Shoal area.
Shaab Claudio
An easy and beautiful orientation dive through an impressive cave and swim-through system. This is the perfect opportunity to become familiar with the diving conditions and explore the spectacular underwater formations.
Sataya Reef – South / Dolphin House
A spectacular reef area famous for encounters with spinner dolphins. Sightings are very likely and can provide an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Afternoon Departure – St. John’s
In the afternoon, NEW LIFE departs towards St. John’s Reefs.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Day 3-11:
ST. JOHN’S REEFS
Habili Ali
A spectacular open-water wall dive with the possibility of encountering reef sharks. The steep wall drops into the deep blue and offers an impressive Red Sea diving experience.
Gota Kebira
A huge coral formation and an ideal location for a drift dive along the reef wall, with impressive coral formations and abundant marine life.
A further dive at Gota Kebira may be scheduled depending on the conditions and the daily dive plan.
Departure – Abu Fendera
After the diving program, NEW LIFE departs towards Abu Fendera.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours.
Day 4:
ABU FENDERA – THE GATEWAY TO PRISTINE REEFS
Today we explore the remote and largely untouched reef systems of Abu Fendera.
Abu Fendera North
A very remote reef system featuring impressive giant pillar corals and pristine underwater landscapes.
Abu Fendera East
A spectacular drift dive along untouched reef areas with beautiful macro life and soft corals.
Abu Fendera West
A shallower and more relaxed dive, allowing guests to enjoy the reef and marine life at a comfortable pace.
Departure – Elba Reef
After the final dive, NEW LIFE departs towards Elba Reef.
Approximate crossing time: 7 hours.
Day 5:
ELBA REEF – INTO THE REMOTE SOUTH
Arrival at the remote Elba Reef, one of the most pristine and untouched diving areas of the Red Sea.
Up to three dives at spectacular steep walls and colourful coral reefs, with excellent opportunities to encounter sharks, eagle rays, barracuda and large schools of fish.
The remote location and limited diver traffic make Elba Reef one of the true highlights of the expedition.
Day 6:
ELBA REEF – EXPLORING PRISTINE REEFS
Continue exploring the unique reef system of Elba Reef with up to three dives at varied steep walls, coral gardens and reef plateaus.
Crystal-clear water, healthy coral formations and exceptional marine biodiversity make Elba Reef one of the absolute highlights of this expedition.
Day 7:
ELBA REEF – FINAL DIVES & DEPARTURE FOR ST. JOHN’S
Enjoy the final dives around Elba Reef, depending on weather, sea conditions and the planned itinerary.
Early Afternoon – Departure for St. John’s
In the early afternoon, NEW LIFE departs Elba Reef and heads towards St. John’s Reefs.
Approximate crossing time: 14 hours, depending on sea and weather conditions.
Overnight sailing towards the spectacular reefs of St. John’s.
Day 8:
ST. JOHN’S & ST. JOHN’S CAVES
Arrival in the St. John’s area and a full day of diving.
Explore spectacular reef formations, walls, caves and underwater passages in this remote southern Red Sea region.
St. John’s Caves
A highlight of the area, featuring impressive caves, tunnels and swim-throughs combined with colourful coral formations and rich marine life.
The exact dive sites and number of dives will depend on local conditions and the final itinerary.
Day 9:
SATAYA – GOTTA SORAYA; GOTTA KEBIR – SHILINIAT
The expedition continues towards Sataya and the surrounding reef systems.
Gotta Soraya & Gotta Kebir
Explore spectacular reef formations with impressive coral structures, walls and abundant marine life.
Shiliniat
Continue exploring the reef system of Shiliniat, depending on the prevailing conditions and the dive plan for the day.
Day 10:
SHAAB MARSA ALAM – ELPHINSTONE – ABU DABAB
The expedition continues north with a diverse selection of renowned dive locations.
Shaab Marsa Alam
Explore the reef formations and marine life of Shaab Marsa Alam.
Elphinstone Reef
One of the most famous reefs in the Egyptian Red Sea, offering spectacular walls, colourful coral formations and opportunities for encounters with larger pelagic marine life.
Abu Dabab
A well-known reef area offering varied diving and the opportunity to explore its rich marine environment.
Day 11:
MARSA SHONA – MARSA TROMBI – MANGROVE BAY
Continue north with a full day of diving along the Red Sea coast.
Marsa Shona
Explore the reef and diverse marine life of Marsa Shona.
Marsa Trombi
Continue to Marsa Trombi for another dive and discover its reef formations and marine environment.
Mangrove Bay
A relaxed and scenic diving experience surrounded by the characteristic coastal landscape.
The exact number and timing of dives depend on the conditions and the final itinerary.
Day 12:
SALEM EXPRESS – RETURN TO PORT
Today features a dive at the legendary Salem Express, one of the best-known wrecks in the Egyptian Red Sea.
After the diving program, NEW LIFE returns to the port at approximately 13:00.
The afternoon is at leisure:
- Relax and enjoy the facilities on board
- Free time to explore the surrounding area
- Prepare equipment and luggage
- Final evening aboard NEW LIFE
Day 13 :
CHECK-OUT & DEPARTURE
After breakfast, guests check out from NEW LIFE.
A transfer to the airport will then be arranged for the guests' individual journey home.
The itinerary is designed as an expedition and may be adjusted according to weather, wind, sea conditions, tides, local regulations, port requirements and operational considerations.
The exact sequence of dive sites and number of dives may therefore change. The final itinerary is determined by the Captain and professional dive guides, always with safety as the highest priority.
The remote southern itinerary includes destinations such as Elba Reef, Abu Fendera and St. John's, making this an exceptional expedition for experienced divers seeking pristine reefs, spectacular walls, abundant marine life and remote Red Sea diving.
