
Ajira Bay Hotel Hurghada Marina
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1.2 km away as the crow flies
Dive centre · Hurghada · Egypt
4.9561 Google reviewsExplore the historic wrecks of the Red Sea aboard a 32-metre dive boat departing from Hurghada Marina.
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Located in the heart of Hurghada at the Moreno Spa Hotel, Minions Divers Hurghada offers a professional base for divers looking to explore the Red Sea's diverse underwater landscape. The centre is positioned just 10 minutes from the airport and is easily accessible from most hotels in the area via included transfers.
From the marina, you will head out on daily boat trips that cover a range of environments, from vibrant reef systems to significant historical wrecks. Whether you are looking to complete your initial certifications or are an experienced diver seeking a deep wreck, the centre is set up to handle various levels of experience.
The centre operates with a professional, multilingual team capable of assisting divers in English, French, German, Russian, Polish, and Dutch, alongside Arabic. This variety ensures that communication regarding dive plans and safety is clear, regardless of your native language.
As a PADI affiliated centre, they provide a structured environment for both recreational training and guided explorations. The team focuses on professional standards, ensuring that all divers, from those on their first Scuba Diver course to seasoned Divemasters, are well-supported throughout their time on the water.
Minions Divers Hurghada offers a comprehensive range of PADI training programmes. For those beginning their journey, they provide Scuba Diver and Open Water Diver courses, as well as EFR (Emergency First Response) training.
For more advanced divers, the centre conducts Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster courses. They also offer various PADI Specialty courses to help you refine specific skills and expand your diving repertoire.
The centre operates a large 32-metre vessel, measuring 7 metres in width, designed to accommodate up to 40 people. The size of the boat provides ample space for divers to prepare for their dives and relax between entries.
Onboard, you will find a buffet for lunch, along with non-alcoholic drinks, tea, coffee, water, snacks, and fruit. The boat also features free Wi-Fi, allowing you to stay connected while out at sea. The vessel is used for daily excursions, including night dives.
SS Thistlegorm: This iconic British merchant shipwreck, built in 1940, is a must-visit for wreck enthusiasts. Exploring this site allows you to see the history of the vessel resting on the seabed.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
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