Butterflyfish and reef fish in the Red SeaGiftun Island and the reefs off Hurghada from the airA diver going down a line in the blue Red SeaThe coast and mountains along the Red SeaBoats off the white beach of Giftun Island
Sea trip · Hurghada

Hurghada Diving Day Trip: 2 Dives with Lunch

About 7–8 hours
Daily
Hotel pickup in Hurghada
Boat trip with 2 dives
Certified divers or beginners (intro dive)
Equipment and lunch included

A full day on a dive boat from Hurghada’s marina to the reefs around Giftun Island. Certified divers do two guided dives. Beginners with no license do an introductory dive (Discover Scuba) with a private instructor in calm, shallow water.

Between the dives you have lunch on board, sunbathe on deck and snorkel. All equipment is included.

Highlights

  • Two dives at reefs in the Giftun area, chosen by weather and level
  • Coral gardens, reef fish, and often turtles and rays
  • An intro dive with a personal instructor for beginners
  • Lunch and soft drinks on the boat
  • Free snorkelling between the dives for non-diving partners
  • Full diving equipment included

Itinerary

  1. 1

    07:30–08:00 · Pickup

    Hotel pickup and transfer to the marina.

  2. 2

    08:30 · Boat departs

    Dive briefing and equipment check on board.

  3. 3

    10:00 · First dive

    About 45 minutes for certified divers; about 20–30 minutes for intro divers.

  4. 4

    12:00 · Lunch

    Lunch on board and time to rest.

  5. 5

    13:30 · Second dive

    A second dive at a different reef.

  6. 6

    15:30 · Back to the marina

    Return to the marina and transfer to your hotel.

From the marina to Giftun

The boat leaves from the marina in Hurghada and heads to the reefs around Giftun Island, about 45–60 minutes away. The dive centre picks the exact sites on the day.

What is included

    Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Boat trip
  • 2 dives with a guide (certified) or an instructor (intro)
  • Full diving equipment
  • Lunch and soft drinks
  • Snorkelling gear
    Not included

  • Marine park or harbour fees if charged on the day
  • Underwater photos
  • Tips
  • Dive insurance

Good to know

  • Certified divers: bring your license and logbook.
  • Intro divers fill in a short medical form. You can’t dive with some heart or lung conditions, or if you’re pregnant.
  • Don’t fly for at least 24 hours after diving.
  • Minimum age for an intro dive: 10.

Prices

Price per person in US dollars. Non-divers can join the boat to snorkel.

1 person 2 people 3 people 6 people
Certified divers, 2 dives $50 $45 $45 $42
Intro dive (no license), with instructor $65 $55 $55 $50
Non-diving partner (snorkelling only) $30 $25 $25 $22

Questions about this tour

Can I dive without a license?

Yes, with the intro dive option: a private instructor stays with you the whole time in shallow water.

Where do we dive?

Usually at reefs around Giftun Island. The exact sites depend on the weather and the group’s level.

Can my partner come without diving?

Yes. Non-divers can snorkel from the boat at a lower price.

Is the equipment included?

Yes, full equipment for both dives.

When is the best time to dive in Hurghada?

All year. The water is warmest from June to October; ask for a thicker wetsuit in winter.

Plan your visit

$45per person

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