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4.465 Google reviewsEgypt Sea Explorer Diving Center
Go on a multi-day liveaboard safari aboard the Sea Dragon to explore the Red Sea's premier reefs and wrecks.
What sets this centre apart
- Located directly within the Swissotel Resort El Quseir
- Nitrox included for all certified divers
- PADI and IDDA affiliated training
- Liveaboard safaris on the 38m Sea Dragon
- Free shuttle service for El Quseir hotels
- Full kit hire including shorty wetsuits and BCDs
- Speedboat excursions with Yamaha motors
Egypt Sea Explorer Diving Center about the centre
Egypt Sea Explorer Diving Center is situated in El Quseir, positioned two hours south of Hurghada and one hour north of Marsa Alam. Operating since 2018, the centre is conveniently located within the Swissotel Resort, providing a seamless transition from your accommodation to the water.
Whether you are looking for easy reef flat dives or more demanding offshore trips, the centre operates a versatile fleet. You can choose between local reef explorations, speedboat excursions, or extended liveaboard safaris to reach more remote locations.
The club and its team
The centre is a dual-affiliation facility, offering courses through both PADI and IDDA. This provides a wide range of certification options for various diving interests.
The team provides instruction in both English and German. Their curriculum ranges from introductory sessions for beginners to advanced Specialty courses and Dive Guide training.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI · IDDA
- Operating since
- 2018
- Languages spoken
- German · English
- Website available in
- German
- Management
- German
- Dive schedule
- 8h30 - 16h30 (récif maison), 8h00 - 18h00 (haute saison au centre)
- Boats
- 3 · Sea Bird (bateau d'excursion), Speedboat (RIB de 9m), Sea Dragon (bateau de safari de 38m) · Sea Bird : 24 personnes, Speedboat : 8 personnes, Sea Dragon : 22 personnes
- Equipment rental
- complet (shortys, gilets stabilisateurs, détendeurs, palmes, masques, tubas)
- Nitrox
- Yes
- Night diving
- Yes
- Oxygen on board
- Yes
- On board
- Sea Bird : snacks, déjeuner riche, boissons chaudes et froides, transats couverts, briefing, plateforme arrière, échelle de plongée. Sea Dragon : restaurant, salon, deux ponts solaires, lounge ombragé, climatisation individuelle, salle de bain privée.
- Access and transfers
- Situé à El Quseir, à deux heures de route au sud de Hurghada et à une heure au nord de l'aéroport de Marsa Alam. Navette gratuite disponible pour les clients depuis tous les hôtels/locations de El Quseir.
- Accommodation
- Le centre est situé dans le Swissotel Resort El Quseir. Le bateau Sea Dragon propose 11 cabines (7 doubles avec lits séparés et 4 avec lits doubles) avec salle de bain et climatisation.
- Address
- 47W6+V6H Radisson Blu Resort, El Qoseir, Red Sea Governorate 84509, Egypt
- Official website
- egypt-sea-explorer.com ↗
Courses on offer
The centre offers a comprehensive range of training from the initial Discover Scuba Diving sessions through to Open Water Diver certifications. For those looking to advance, they provide various PADI Specialty courses and Dive Guide training.
As an IDDA Premium Partner, they also cater to divers looking for specific technical or professional pathways.
The boats
The Sea Dragon is a 38-metre liveaboard safari boat equipped with 11 air-conditioned cabins. These include 7 cabins with twin beds and 4 with double beds, all featuring private bathrooms. On board, you will find a restaurant, a lounge, two sun decks, and a shaded lounge area.
The Sea Bird is an excursion boat designed for day trips, with a capacity for 24 people. It features a rear platform, a diving ladder, and provides snacks, a full lunch, and both hot and cold beverages. Shaded sun loungers are available on deck.
The Speedboat is a 9-metre RIB powered by twin 115hp Yamaha motors. It can carry up to 8 people and is ideal for shorter excursions. Note that fuel and maintenance costs for speedboat trips are handled separately.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides full kit hire, including shorty wetsuits, BCDs, regulators, fins, masks, and snorkels. Standard 12L cylinders are provided, with 15L options available upon request.
Nitrox is available on site and is included for all certified divers. For safety, the centre is equipped with oxygen for emergency use.
Dive sites with Egypt Sea Explorer Diving Center
The local reef flats consist of over twenty different sites accessible by minibus around El Quseir. These sites are suitable for all experience levels and offer easy access to the reef top.
The region's reefs and wrecks are accessible via the Sea Bird or the Speedboat. These sites offer a mix of coral reef environments and wreck diving for divers of all levels.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Récif maisonRécifs et épaves de la région
Marine life around El Quseir
The surrounding reefs are home to various species, including the Spanish Dancer, which is best observed during night dives.
The local ecosystem is rich with diverse marine life, providing a vibrant backdrop for both reef and wreck diving.
Diving conditions
The centre operates 365 days a year. Diving schedules and hours of operation may shift depending on whether it is the high or low season.
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