From: Hurghada (Egypt)
Hurghada to Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone Dive Safari
1/26
7 days
Crew: 5
32 people
Private cabin
Full board
Sailing tour introduction
Join a Red Sea dive safari from Hurghada exploring the Brother Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone. This liveaboard itinerary features Egypt’s most famous offshore dive sites, known for vibrant coral walls, thrilling drift dives, and encounters with sharks and other pelagic species. Starting and ending in Hurghada, this route combines remote reef diving with world-class underwater adventure.
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
Arrival in Hurghada or Marsa Alam and transfer to the boat. Check-in, dinner, and the first night is spent in the harbor.
Day
2
Small Giftun Island
Departure in the morning. Boat briefing, dive, safety, and equipment briefing. Two dives at Small Giftun Island.
Day
3
Brother Islands
Two dives at Big Brother. One dive at Small Brother.
Day
4
Daedalus
Dives at: Daedalus North Daedalus South Daedalus West
Day
5
Daedalus
Dives at: Daedalus North Daedalus South-West Daedalus South
Day
6
Elphinstone Reef
Dives at: Elphinstone Reef North Elphinstone Reef South Abu Dabab (Night dive at Abu Dabab)
Day
7
Hurghada
Two dives at Marsa Shona. Return to the harbor. For safety reasons, you should not dive within 24 hours of your return flight.
Day
8
Hurghada or Marsa Alam
Check-out Breakfast and check-out by 10:00 AM. Transfer to the airport or hotel.
Cruise Boat Details
15
Model
Custom Built
Cabins
14
Year/Refit
2025
Power boat 41m (2025)
Model
Custom Built
Cabins
14
Year/Refit
2025
Cabin Charter Types
2
Premium Suite
shower
toilet
coach
KING_SIZE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $2,388
for 7 days from $2,388
3
Panorama Suite
shower
toilet
coach
KING_SIZE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $2,155
for 7 days from $2,155
3
Standard King-Size Bed Cabin
shower
toilet
coach
KING_SIZE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,980
for 7 days from $1,980
3
Standard Twin Bed Cabin
shower
toilet
coach
SINGLE_BED
Per person
for 7 days from $1,980
for 7 days from $1,980
Occupancy: 2 guests per cabin
0% due at reservation
Free cancellation within 3 days
Cruise Price Details
Price includes
- Transfers from to airport
- Full board during safari (arrival day: dinner /departure day: breakfast)
- Soft drinks, tea/coffee, water
- 3 Dives per day (last day 2 dives) + Night dive
- 12 l Tanks, weights, guides, last night (7th) on board or in a 4* Hotel "HP-BASIS" (depending on the booking situation of the boat)
- NITROX
Price does not include
- Safari package
- 15L Tanks or other extras e.g. equipment.
- Renting equipment upon request
- National park fee
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 5: captain, chef or hostess, and additional crew.
The captain of the Custom Built is responsible for: the safety of guests during Hurghada to Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone Dive Safari, 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
Mandatory fees
Marine Park Fees: $204 per person, Service Charge: $116 per person
To be paid in advance in addition to the cabin or berth price. This fee typically covers: port fees, tourist taxes, fuel costs, marina fees in Egypt and basic provisioning.
Sailing Itinerary & Weather Conditions
The 7 days itinerary is planned in advance; however, Hurghada to Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone Dive Safari 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.
