Dive Hurghada

Located in El-Ghardaqa, Dive Hurghada serves as a professional gateway to the Red Sea's most renowned diving destinations. The centre operates both daily diving trips and dedicated liveaboard safaris, allowing you to reach remote reefs that are inaccessible from the shore.

Whether you are looking for a day trip or an extended expedition, the centre provides the necessary infrastructure for both recreational and professional divers. Their operations focus on high standards of safety and environmental stewardship, ensuring the local marine ecosystems are respected.

The centre is affiliated with PADI and provides instruction ranging from the Bubblemaker for beginners to the Instructor Development Course (IDC) for professionals. The team is multilingual, with staff capable of communicating in English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, and Polish.

Instructional services cover a vast spectrum of specialties, including technical skills like Side Mount Diver and advanced training such as the Rescue Diver and Divemaster courses. For those looking to transition into professional roles, the centre offers the full path to becoming a PADI Instructor.

The curriculum follows the PADI system, covering everything from the Open Water Diver and Scuba Diver courses to more advanced certifications. You can specialise in specific areas such as Wreck Diving, Deep Diver, Night Diving, or Drift Diving.

For divers looking to refine their skills, the Peak Performance Buoyancy and Underwater Navigator specialties are available. The centre also provides training for technical and niche skills, including Side Mount Diver, Dry Suit Specialty, and Diver Propulsion Vehicle (Scooter) specialties.

The centre operates two wooden vessels for daily excursions, each capable of carrying up to 45 divers. These boats are motorised by 2 x MAN mod. 3412 / 764 hp engines to ensure reliable transit to the dive sites.

On board, you will find amenities including air conditioning, a lounge with a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, and a sun deck with sun loungers and bean bags. Meals consist of a buffet lunch with vegetarian and vegan options, accompanied by water, coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic beverages.

For those choosing to rent, the centre provides well-maintained equipment managed by a dedicated specialist. All kit is kept to a high standard to ensure reliability during your dives.

Nitrox is available for divers looking to extend their bottom time, and the centre is equipped with oxygen safety kits for emergency response. For those staying on the liveaboards, M/Y Aldebaran and M/Y Dive-Hurghada offer various cabin options including suites, doubles, and triples.

The Red Sea waters around Hurghada are home to a vast array of marine life, including vibrant coral reefs and various fish species. You may encounter hammerhead sharks and dolphins during your excursions.

Beyond the larger pelagics, the reefs are covered in colorful corals and a variety of fish that define the region's biodiversity.

The area is known for its diverse diving environments, ranging from reef flats to deeper walls and drift dives. Specific conditions will depend on the site and the time of year.