From: Hurghada (Egypt)
Red Sea Liveaboard Dive Safari - Daedalus to Zabargad
1/22
7 days
Crew: 6
24 people
Private cabin
Full board
Sailing tour introduction
Explore the legendary offshore reefs of Egypt’s Red Sea on this 8-day liveaboard diving safari from Hurghada. This route combines the remote oceanic pinnacles of Daedalus Reef, the dramatic walls of Rocky Island, colorful coral gardens of Zabargad, and the shark-rich waters of Elphinstone. Divers can expect up to three dives per day - including a night dive - with encounters ranging from hammerheads and oceanic whitetips to dolphins and vibrant reef life. Designed for experienced divers seeking big fish action and pristine reefs, this itinerary offers some of the most spectacular and untouched dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea.
Sailing Cruise Itinerary
**This is a sample itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted by the captain or the service provider due to weather conditions or other reasons.
Day
1
Hurghada
Check-in from 4:00 PM on Alsuraya Liveaboard Welcome briefing, boat orientation & equipment setup Dinner on board Spending first night at the marina
Day
2
Shaab Marsa Alam
Safety & boat briefing 1st dive - Abu Dabbab 2nd dive - Shaab Marsa Alam
Day
3
Daedalus
1st dive - Daedalus 2nd dive - Daedalus 3rd dive - Daedalus
Day
4
Daedalus
1st dive - Daedalus 2nd dive - Daedalus 3rd dive - Daedalus
Day
5
Zabargad Island
1st dive - Rocky Island 2nd dive - Rocky Island 3rd dive - Zabargad Island
Day
6
Abu Galawa Soghayr
1st dive - Dolphin House 2nd dive - Claudia 3rd dive - Abu Galawa Soghayr 4th dive - Abu Galawa Soghayr (night dive)
Day
7
Elphinstone
1st dive - Elphinstone 2nd dive - Elphinstone
Day
8
Hurghada
Breakfast Check-out latest at 10 am
Cruise Boat Details
15
Model
Custom built
Cabins
12
Year/Refit
2024
Bathroom
14
Power boat 37m (2024)
Model
Custom built
Cabins
12
Year/Refit
2024
Bathroom
14
Cabin Charter Types
Twin Bed Main Deck
shower
toilet
coach
SINGLE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,468
for 7 days from $1,468
Twin Bed Upper Deck
shower
toilet
coach
SINGLE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,468
for 7 days from $1,468
Bunk Bed Upper Deck
shower
toilet
coach
DOUBLE_BUNK_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,468
for 7 days from $1,468
3
Suite Upper Deck
shower
toilet
coach
KING_SIZE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,573
for 7 days from $1,573
Suite Sun Deck
shower
toilet
coach
QUEEN_SIZE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,573
for 7 days from $1,573
Occupancy: 2 guests per cabin
0% due at reservation
Free cancellation within 3 days
Cruise Price Details
Price includes
- Full board Accommodation
- Transfer to / from Airport to Embarkation Port (round-trip)
- Dive guides: 2 or 3 depending on total number of divers on the trip
- Free Wi-Fi
- Weight Belt / Weights / 12L Tank
- Free use of Nitrox for certified divers in 12L Tank
- First/Last Hotel Night accommodation when applicable
Price does not include
- Medical Insurance
- Entry Visa
- Equipment rental
- Special tank requests
- Crew Gratitude - recommended 100 euro (not compulsory)
Good to Know
Read useful information about this charter
Location
- Hurghada, Egypt
The departure base depends on the sailing dates you select.
Check-in / Checkout
Check-in: Saturday from 16:00
Check-out: Saturday until 10:00
Cruise duration is 7 days / 7 nights.
Accommodation
Private cabin
Private cabin for 2 guests. If the cabin is booked for 1 guest only, a single accommodation surcharge will apply.
Crew
The sailing tour from Hurghada is operated by a professional crew of 6: captain, chef or hostess, and additional crew.
The captain of the Custom built is responsible for: the safety of guests during Red Sea Liveaboard Dive Safari - Daedalus to Zabargad, handling of the Motor boat, navigation and adjusting the itinerary according to weather conditions.
Meal Plan
Full Board
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the price. Meals are prepared by the chef and served onboard of the yacht. Soft drinks are included during meals.
Alcoholic drinks can be purchased on board of Custom built at an additional cost. Guests are not allowed to bring their own alcohol on board.
If you have food allergies or intolerances, please inform us in advance so the crew can take them into consideration.
Options & Fees
Optional Extras
Available at additional cost:
- PADI Enriched Air Course: $256 per person
- Deep Dive Speciality: $256 per person
- Night Dive Specialty: $256 per person
- Wreck Dive Specialty: $256 per person
- AOWD course: $315 per person
- Full Standard Equipment (Suit, BDC, Regulator, Fins, Boots, Mask, Computer, torch, SMB): $291 per person
- Private Guide: $524 per person
Sailing Itinerary & Weather Conditions
The 7 days itinerary is planned in advance; however, Red Sea Liveaboard Dive Safari - Daedalus to Zabargad may be adjusted depending on weather conditions, port availability, and the captain's safety decisions.
The captain may modify the route or change the order of stops to ensure a safe and comfortable sailing experience on board of Custom built.
Payment & Cancellation
No-obligation reservation (3 day hold).
No payment is required until the booking agreement is signed.
Payment terms:
- Down payment: 30%
- Balance: due 60 days before departure
- Extras: payable in advance, at least 60 days before the charter
Cancellation policy:
- 30% of the charter fee is retained for cancellations made 61 days before departure
- 100% of the total charter fee is non-refundable for cancellations made 60 days or less prior to the charter
Payment and cancellation terms are provided for reference only. Final terms are defined in the booking agreement.
Customer reviews
How customer reviews and ratings work
We use the Average with Prior (also known as Bayesian Average) to calculate the total rating for each sailing cruise
Since new cruises could have very few reviews, each review can significantly impact the average score, potentially leading to misleading representations of the total score (e.g., one very positive or very negative review skewing the overall rating). To mitigate this, we use a "prior" or "default" score.
This means that each cruise, by default, starts with a rating of 4, which is calculated from 5 hypothetical reviews, each rated 4. This assumption provides a baseline level of performance that is neutral-to-positive.
For example, if a new cruise receives a 5-star review, the total rating will be adjusted to 4.17. Here's how it is calculated: (4 × 5) + 5 = 25 and then divided by the total number of reviews 6 (5 default + 1 actual review), resulting in 4.17
As more reviews come in, the weight of the actual reviews increases, and the influence of the prior diminishes.
