Two dives For Professional Divers Full Day Trip Wreck SCUBA equipment – Hurghada

The best part of this Hurghada outing is its simple full-day plan: you board in the morning, visit two Red Sea sites, eat lunch between sessions, and return around 4 p.m. The water is described as clear, and the crew provides the boat, scuba gear, guide, lunch, and drinks for a remarkably low listed price of $22.

I like the hotel pickup and drop-off, which saves you the trouble of finding the harbor before sunrise. I also like the relaxed middle of the day. After the first underwater session, you get one to two hours to eat, sunbathe, or sleep while the boat heads toward a different site. The tradeoff is organization: one experienced customer found the equipment handling and group planning a little untidy, with air remaining in the tank because the group followed another diver’s lower reading.

Key points to know before booking

• Two separate Red Sea sites: The second underwater session takes place somewhere different, giving your day more variety than repeating one location.
• A low headline price: $22 includes major trip essentials, but add €5 for the national park fee and possibly €10 for pickup from certain resort areas.
• Certified divers only: The program is designed for professional or certified scuba participants. Non-divers can join for two snorkeling outings instead.
• A full boat day: Plan on roughly eight hours, with an advertised start around 8:00 or 8:30 a.m. and harbor return near 4:00 p.m.
• Lunch and a long surface break: Food, water, coffee or tea, and soda are included, along with one to two hours to rest between sessions.
• A large possible group: The maximum is 30 people, so personal attention may vary from one departure to the next.

Two Red Sea sites in one eight-hour outing

This is a working day at sea rather than a quick shore activity. Your morning begins with pickup by air-conditioned vehicle, followed by the move to the harbor and the boat. The stated meeting time is 8:00 a.m., while the daily program is also described as starting at 8:30, so I would confirm the exact pickup time before the morning of departure.

Once aboard, each diver receives a personal box of equipment. The guide explains the day’s plan, helps organize the gear, and divides the group before the boat heads to the first site. That briefing matters. It is your chance to check how the groups will be arranged, ask about the order of activities, and make sure your equipment is ready before leaving the harbor.

At the first site, the scuba instructor explains the location and the plan for the group. The supplied information does not name the reefs, wrecks, or marine species you will see, so you should not book this expecting a particular wreck or a guaranteed animal encounter. The main promise is variety in location and a full day on the Red Sea.

After the first session, lunch is served on the boat. The break lasts about one to two hours, which gives you time to eat, dry off, sit in the sun, or take a nap. I consider this a real advantage. Two underwater sessions can make for a tiring day, and a proper pause is far better than rushing straight from one site to the next.

The second session takes place at a different site. That change is useful for anyone who wants to see more than one type of underwater setting, though the exact sites depend on the day’s operating plan. Around 4:00 p.m., the boat returns to the harbor, followed by transport back to your hotel if pickup is arranged.

What the $22 price really covers

At $22 per person, this is unusually inexpensive for a full-day Red Sea boat outing. The price includes hotel pickup and return in an air-conditioned vehicle, an eight-hour boat trip, scuba equipment, a snorkeling guide, a life jacket, a scuba instructor, two sessions at separate sites, lunch, coffee or tea, water, and soda.

That package makes sense for a certified diver who already wants a simple day on the water. You are not paying separately for the boat, air tanks, basic equipment, food, or the ride from your hotel in Hurghada. It also works well for a mixed group, since a non-diver can come along and snorkel instead of sitting out the day.

Still, the headline price is not the final cost for everyone. A €5 national park fee is paid in cash on the spot. Pickup from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh costs an additional €10 per person, also paid in cash. If you are staying in central Hurghada, the listed hotel transfer appears to be included, but confirm your exact location.

The low price also tells you what kind of operation to expect. This is not presented as a private charter or a small, highly personal outing. Up to 30 people may be aboard, and the quality of the day can depend on how well the groups, gear, and air supply are coordinated.

Equipment boxes and the morning briefing

The system is straightforward. Each diver takes an individual equipment box, then the guide explains the day and helps set up the gear. If you like knowing exactly where your mask, fins, regulator, and other items are, this arrangement should make the morning easier to follow.

The practical point is to stay involved during setup. Check the fit of your equipment, listen carefully to the guide’s group instructions, and ask about the plan before the boat leaves. The supplied feedback describes some confusion around equipment and group organization, so a few clear questions can save trouble later.

Air management deserves special attention. One customer reported coming back with 120 bar because another person in the group had only 70 bar, which suggests the group’s pace and air use affected the timing of the underwater session. That does not prove every departure works this way, but it is a useful reminder to ask how the group will be managed and what the return-air rule is.

For experienced scuba participants, this may be a minor annoyance. For anyone who prefers a slow pace, close instruction, or a very orderly setup, it is an important consideration. You can make the most of the trip by confirming your equipment early and speaking up if the group plan is unclear.

Lunch, drinks, and the long pause between sessions

The midday break is one of the more comfortable features of the schedule. Lunch is included, as are water, coffee or tea, and soda. No menu is provided, so you should not book this expecting a particular style of food or special dietary arrangement.

The one-to-two-hour pause gives the boat day a gentler rhythm. You can eat, rest, sunbathe, or sleep instead of spending the entire day preparing for the next activity. If you are prone to seasickness or simply tire easily, this pause may be welcome.

On the other hand, a long break can feel slow if you prefer back-to-back activity. The program does not promise extra underwater time, a third session, or a shore stop. The value here is a full day with two planned scuba sessions and plenty of time on the boat, not a packed schedule.

Bring whatever personal items you need for comfort, but stay within the practical limits of a boat outing. The confirmed inclusions cover drinks and lunch, but they do not mention towels, snacks beyond lunch, or personal medication. Those details are worth checking before departure if they matter to you.

A good option for mixed scuba and snorkeling groups

Non-divers are welcome to join and can take part in two snorkeling outings instead of the scuba sessions. That makes this more flexible than a boat reserved only for certified participants. A couple or family group does not need to split up for the day just because one person does not have a scuba qualification.

The package includes a snorkeling guide and life jacket. The information does not specify the exact snorkeling locations, water depth, or equipment beyond the life jacket, so ask what is supplied if you need fins, a mask, or other gear.

For certified divers, the benefit is having company on the boat without requiring everyone to enter the water with scuba equipment. For non-divers, the drawback is that much of the day is still built around the scuba timetable. You should be comfortable spending long periods aboard while the certified group prepares, enters the water, and returns.

How the group size may affect your day

The maximum group size is 30 people. That is a useful figure to know before booking because the feel of the outing can change greatly between a small group and a full boat.

A larger group can make the day sociable and keep the price low. It may also mean more time spent dividing groups, organizing equipment, and waiting for everyone to be ready. The guide is expected to explain the site and arrange the groups, but the amount of individual attention is not guaranteed.

One past customer described the boat as fine, the food as good, and the staff as helpful, while also pointing out some disorder around gear and group planning. That is a fair picture of the likely balance: solid basic service and helpful staff, with organization that may not match a premium center.

A second customer had a very positive experience after trying two other companies and finding this operation through Viator, with contact through Osama at Blue Whale Diving Center. Because the supplied provider information names Camel Travel, I would check your confirmation carefully for the actual operating center and contact person. That small step can prevent confusion about pickup, equipment, and where to meet.

Who should book this Hurghada boat day?

I would consider it a good fit for a certified diver who wants two sessions at a low cost and does not need a private guide or a tightly controlled small group. The inclusion of equipment, lunch, drinks, transport, and a full boat schedule gives you a lot for the base price.

It also suits mixed groups. A non-diver can snorkel twice, enjoy lunch, and spend the day on the boat while certified companions use scuba gear. That flexibility may be more valuable than a slightly more specialized program.

I would be more cautious if you are newly certified, need extensive help with equipment, or expect precise personal supervision. The feedback about air remaining in one tank and some disorder in the setup suggests you should be comfortable managing your own kit and asking direct questions.

The trip is also less suitable if you want a named wreck, a specific reef, a small private boat, or a guarantee of particular marine life. None of those details is promised. You are paying for access to two Red Sea sites, not a fixed site-specific itinerary.

Pickup, extra fees, and cancellation timing

Hotel pickup and return are included for the stated service area, but remote resort zones carry an added €10 charge per person. This applies to El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh. The €5 national park fee is separate and must be paid in cash on the day.

Confirmation is provided when you book. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate, but the scuba portion is intended for certified or professional divers. The maximum capacity is 30 people.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund. Keep that deadline in mind, especially if your Hurghada plans depend on weather, health, or another boat trip.

Should you book these two Red Sea sessions?

Book it if you want a low-cost, full-day boat outing with two separate scuba sessions, included equipment, lunch, drinks, and hotel transport. The price is the strongest reason to choose it, and the different site for the second session adds useful variety.

Go in with realistic expectations. This is a large-group operation, the exact sites are not named, and equipment or group organization may require your attention. Confirm the operating company, pickup time, extra cash charges, and the group’s air-management plan before you leave.

For a self-sufficient certified diver, those limits may be easy to accept at $22. If you want polished logistics and close one-to-one guidance, spend more on a smaller specialist outing.

FAQ

Is this experience suitable for certified scuba divers?

Yes. The program is designed for professional or certified divers and includes two scuba sessions at different sites.

How long does the boat trip last?

The full outing lasts about eight hours. The advertised schedule begins around 8:00 or 8:30 a.m. and returns to the harbor around 4:00 p.m.

Are hotel transfers included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle are included for the stated service area. Pickup from El Gouna, Safaga, Soma Bay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh costs an additional €10 per person.

What is included in the price?

The package includes the boat trip, scuba equipment, two sessions at different sites, a scuba instructor, snorkeling guide, life jacket, lunch, coffee or tea, water, soda, and hotel transport where applicable.

Can non-divers join the boat?

Yes. Non-divers can take two snorkeling outings instead of the two scuba sessions.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is provided, along with coffee or tea, water, and soda.

Is there a national park fee?

Yes. A €5 national park fee per person is paid in cash at the location.

How many people can join the trip?

The maximum group size is 30 people.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted.