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South Moon 1 Liveaboard, Egypt

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Spacious dive deck with dedicated camera station
Two Zodiacs for convenient dive access
Large sun decks for relaxation
South Moon 1 is a brand-new steel yacht, constructed specifically for diving trips in comfort in Egypt's well-known Sinai region. The 30-meter-long and 8-meter-wide vessel holds a maximum of 22 passengers in various cabin types. On the upper deck, there are six comfort twin-bed cabins, and on the lower deck, another four twin-bed cabins. On the top of the upper deck, guests can enjoy the luxury of queen bed suites with more space and privacy. All the cabins are air-conditioned and have an en-suite bathroom to provide guests with convenient and comfortable accommodation during the journey.

The yacht also boasts ample social areas designed for relaxation and socializing among guests. Indoors, the air-conditioned living and dining space features two large flat-screen TVs and USB outlets. Outdoors, two expansive sun decks offer ample room for sunbathing or enjoying the sea breeze between dives.

Onboard dining is for diverse tastes, with international meals according to guest choice, comprising vegetarian, seafood, chicken, and meat. Three buffet meals a day, snacks, fresh fruit, cookies, and complimentary beverages like mineral water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee are available at all times. Other drinks like beer and espresso are offered at an additional charge.

Onboard dive facilities are comprehensive. On-location tank filling is available via two high-powered compressors and an independent Nitrox compressor for easy enriched air supply to divers. The dive deck is spacious with generous storage space per diver and individual rinse tanks for underwater camera equipment. Two zodiacs powered by Yamaha engines shuttle divers to and from the dive sites in quick time.

Safety aboard is prioritized with extensive emergency preparedness, including oxygen systems, life vests, life rafts, and first aid kits.

Popular Egypt liveaboard itineraries feature the classic North route around Sinai, with its globally famous dive sites like Ras Mohamed's Shark and Yolanda Reefs, the stunning Straits of Tiran, and the iconic SS Thistlegorm wreck. These destinations offer excellent chances for marine life encounters, from colorful reef fish to pelagics, and never-to-be-forgotten dives

Cabins

Twin Bed Cabin
Lower Deck

Twin Bed Cabin

2 Guests
Luxury Queen Bed Suite
Upper Deck

Luxury Queen Bed Suite

2 Guests
Comfort Cabin
Upper Deck

Comfort Cabin

2 Guests

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2025
Number of cabins
13
Dive guides to divers ratio
12 : 1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Free
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Sea Queen Fleet
Length and width
30 m / 8 m
Capacity
22
Tenders
2x zodiac 6m, Yamaha engines 55 hp + 40 hp
Material
Steel
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
220 Volts
Engines
2 x 1150 hp MAN
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
x2: 265 l
Nitrox Membrane
Yes

Dive Facilities

  • Compressors
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Indoor Saloon

Frequently Asked Questions About South Moon 1

Is diving gear available for rent onboard?

Yes, full sets of diving equipment, dive computers, and underwater torches can be rented by guests. The equipment rental must be booked in advance while confirming the booking. Kindly include your size information while booking. A 5mm wetsuit is generally appropriate for Red Sea temperatures. In winter, a full wetsuit with a hood is advisable, and in summer, a 3mm wetsuit or shorty will usually be warm enough. Hoods are available for rent on board

Is it possible to do courses onboard during the trip?

Yes, on-board training can be arranged, if pre-booked. Courses such as Nitrox certification or Advanced Open Water Diver course are available. Please notify us at the time of booking to confirm instructor availability and course material availability

How is it best to travel to the boat?

There are international flights every day to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport. Airport transfers to, and from, South Moon 2 are arranged by Sea Queens. If a hotel is being visited in Sharm prior to the safari, hotel transfers to the boat can be arranged as well. To facilitate the arrangements effectively, flight schedules or hotel names must be notified well in advance by the clients

Are there medical and safety facilities on board?

Oxygen and first aid are available on the boat. For emergencies, Search and Rescue services based on land are ready 24/7, with hyperbaric chambers accessible at Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Safaga, or Dahab, depending on where the boat is. The guests need to purchase their own diving and health insurance before coming on the tour, as the same is not available onboard

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South Moon 1 Liveaboard Itineraries

Best of Sinai (7 nights) (Sharm El Sheikh-Sharm El Sheikh)

7 nights nights, ±18 dives,
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Requirements: Minimum 20 dives, OWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Dive guides
  • Diving (up to 3 dives per day, incl. 1 night dive per day; 2 dives on the last day)
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Full board
  • Snecks, soft beverages, mineral water, tea and Nescafe
  • Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National park fees - 70 EUR per person (to be paid on board)
  • Permissions & jetty fees - 20 EUR per person (to be paid on board)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Nitrox
  • Equipment rental
  • Espresso, beer
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities

Program

Drift dive, wreck dives
Extraordinary proliferation of gorgonians that create a veritable forest
Hammerheads, reef sharks, barracudas, and huge tunas
Some colonies of black coral

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2: 
Check dive at Temple or Ras Katy, followed by one or two dives (pending departure time from jetty), in Ras Mohamed or Beacon Rock, night dive.

Day 3: 
Dunraven, Small Crack, wreck of the Thistlegorm, night dive.

Day 4:
Thistlegorm, Shag Rock, Alternatives, night dive.

Day 5:
Ras Mohamed National Park, Straights of Tiran - Gordon Reef, night dive.

Day 6: 
Straights of Tiran: Jackson, Woodhouse, Laguna, night dive.

Day 7: 
Straights of Tiran, Ras Um Sid.

Day 8:
Check out from the yacht, and group transfer to the airport.

 

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