Since her completion in 2009, the steel-hulled MY Andromeda liveaboard has built a solid reputation among seasoned divers exploring the Red Sea’s northern wrecks, the deep south around St. John’s, and the remote reefs of Sudan. At almost 40 metres, Andromeda offers a stable base for adventure, accommodating 26 guests across a choice of 7 and 14-night diving cruises. It is known for consistent, well-managed operations in these waters.
The accommodation onboard the Andromeda is arranged across 13 cabins, all with private en-suite facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning. On the main deck, you will find a Honeymoon Suite, 2 queen-bed cabins, and 2 twin cabins with large windows. The 8 twin cabins on the lower deck offer comfortable porthole accommodation. Beyond the cabins, the social spaces are designed for genuine downtime. There is a European-style saloon where you can escape the sun, and a 100 sqm sundeck with both open and shaded seating.
One of the most distinctive features of the M/Y Andromeda liveaboard is the Shisha room. Set out like a traditional Egyptian café, it is a space to relax with a hot drink or smoke shisha while oriental music plays. It is an authentic touch that sets this boat apart from others. For those wanting to stay connected, complimentary wi-fi is available throughout the cruise.
Practical considerations for scuba divers have clearly influenced the design of the Andromeda liveaboard. The dive deck is large and uncluttered, with ample room for kitting up, storage for cameras, and rinse tanks. Importantly, the vessel is equipped with a Nautilus diver locator system, providing an added layer of safety for guests in the water. 2 x 40 HP tenders ensure flexibility when accessing the best dive sites, whether you are there for the famous wrecks like the Thistlegorm or the pelagic action at Daedalus.
The cruises cover the full spectrum of Red Sea diving. In Egypt, routes frequently include the marine parks of Ras Mohamed, the straits of Tiran, and the deep southern reefs. When MY Andromeda moves into Sudanese waters between February and May, guests can explore pristine areas like Sanganeb and the remote reefs where encounters with hammerheads and grey reef sharks are a real possibility. The crew, a mix of experienced Egyptian sailors and dive guides, manage the logistics so you can focus on the diving.
The MY Andromeda liveaboard represents a reliable choice for divers who value comfort without excess, and authentic service over formality. With Sunday departures from Hurghada or Port Sudan, and a policy that includes soft drinks and water in the cruise price, it is a straightforward way to access some of the best diving the Red Sea has to offer.
The Andromeda liveaboard accommodates 26 divers in 13 cabins. There is 1 Honeymoon cabin with a queen size bed, and 2 Queen cabins on the main deck. There are also 2 twin bed cabins on the main deck. All these cabins have windows. On the lower deck there are 8 more twin bed cabins, with portholes. All cabins have private en-suite bathroom facilities and a TV player.
All the cabins have:
- Air-conditioning
- En-suite bathroom with hot-water shower and hand basin
- Toiletries and towels
- Windows or portholes
- Cabinet, mirror & shelves
- Bedding
- 24-hour, 220V electricity supply
- European-style 2-pin plugs
- Fire warning system
- Life jackets & fire extinguishers
- Space for luggage
No. of bathrooms / showers - 13 / 13 - hot water
Fury Shoals & Elphinstone (8 Days / 7 Nights - 21 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Fury Shoals: Sataya (Dolphin House), Shaab Maksour, El Malahi, Claudio, Heaven, Abu Galawa, Selenyat, El Dahra; Marsa Alam area: Shaab el Gadir, Shaab Sharm; Gota el Sharm, Habili el Ghadir, Habili Marsa Alam; Elphinstone
Day 1
A transfer in an air-conditioned bus from Marsa Alam Airport to the local marina will be arranged according to your arrival. After only a 10 minute journey you will be able to board the fantastic MY Andromeda and meet its crew that will show you to your cabin and explain the boat amenities in detail. More details about the plans for the diving safari will be given once all the guests have arrived on the boat. Dinner inside the saloon will be a great moment to meet the other divers that will share this amazing liveaboard experience with you. The boat will leave port in the early hours of the next day.
Core Days
The Fury Shoals is a vast reef system. Sha'ab Claudio is a classic dive with its famous swim-throughs and huge porites corals, Malahi with its mazes and friendly turtles, and Abu Galawa Soraya with its fantastic coral garden and a wreck of a private sailing boat smothered with glassfish. Sataya, with its resident spinner dolphin population, is a must for snorkelling between dives, as well as having some good underwater offerings.
Besides diving, you can snorkel or swim with dolphins, watch movies in the air-conditioned saloon, smoke shisha in the Arabian cafe, sunbathe on the sun deck, enjoy the sunsets, and of course make new friends. Your vacation is about diving and relaxing.
A professional chef cooks up one mouthwatering dish after another every day. Abundant and delicious buffet-style meals are served 3 times a day and fulfil every need. The menus include soups, roasts, fish, salads, side dishes and handmade desserts. More sweets and fresh fruit are offered during the day. You can also help yourself to mineral water, soft drinks, coffee and tea.
Please note that there will only 2 dives on the last full day of the tour. The final night is spent again in Port Ghalib.
Day 8
Disembarkation starts after a final breakfast on the boat. You can arrange with the crew to be transported back to the airport or to a local hotel.
Red Sea North, Wrecks & Tiran Straits (8 Days / 7 Nights - 21 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, drift diving, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving
Dive sites and activities: Shaab El Erg, Abu Nuhas Wrecks (Carnatic, Ghiannis D), Shaab Mahmoud, Tiran: Jackson Reef, Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef, Tiran Island lagoon, Ras Mohamed: Shark and Yolanda Reefs, Anemone City, Jackfish Alley, The Alternatives, Small Passage Reef, Thistlegorm, Gubal Island, Bluff Point, Rosalie Moeller Wreck, Siyul or Giftun Island
Day 1
A transfer in an air-conditioned bus from Hurghada Airport to the local marina will be arranged according to your arrival. After only a 20 minute journey you will be able to board the fantastic MY Andromeda and meet its crew that will show you to your cabin and explain the boat amenities in detail. More details about the plans for the diving safari will be given once all the guests have arrived on the boat. Dinner inside the saloon will be a great moment to meet the other divers that will share this amazing liveaboard experience with you. The boat will leave port in the early hours of the next day.
Core Days
There will be up to 4 dives a day, usually with 2 morning dives followed by an afternoon dive, and either a sunset or a night dive. Dives will be done at some very special and world famous reefs and wrecks. Ras Mohamed is one of the best kept national parks in Egypt. Its waters are rich in nutrients, attracting pelagics. In the summer months even schools of scalloped hammerheads might visit. Tiran is world famous for its exceptional variety of corals and its strong southwestern currents. It’s home of a lot of big fish in the Red Sea. The Thistlegorm is one of the most fascinating wrecks in the Red Sea. It is a British ship that was hit by a German bomb during World War II. It lies at 32m, on a sandy sea bottom with its cargo ready for you to explore: trucks, motorcycles, jeeps, car tyres, military uniforms...
The Rosalie Moeller is in an upright position and in very good condition, with the winches and the winch houses still intact. The cargo of coal is still visible, while in the galley you can find pots and pans still hanging above a large stove. Abundant fish and coral life is all around, covering the decks and railings. Trevallies and tuna can be seen feeding during the morning hours. Shaab Abu Nuhas is a coral reef that has claimed several ships whose wrecks now lie in the deep. One of them is the Carnatic that lies at the base of the Abu Nuhas, with her stern at about 24m depth on the seabed. The wooden structure has rotted away, but the steel hull is visible and held together by iron supports.
Besides diving, you can snorkel or swim with dolphins, watch movies in the air-conditioned salon, smoke shisha in the Arabian cafe, sunbathe on the sun deck, enjoy the sunsets, and of course make new friends. Your vacation is about diving and relaxing.
A professional chef cooks up one mouthwatering dish after another every day. Abundant and delicious buffet-style meals are served 3 times a day and fulfil every need. The menus include soups, roasts, fish, salads, side dishes and handmade desserts. More sweets and fresh fruit are offered during the day. You can also help yourself to mineral water, soft drinks, coffee and tea.
Please note that there will only 2 dives on the last full day of the tour. The final night is spent again in Hurghada.
Day 8
Disembarkation starts at around 11:00 hrs, after a final breakfast on the boat. You can arrange with the crew to be transported back to the airport or to a local hotel.
[Information is best estimate in ideal circumstances and subject to changes beyond our control. The itinerary is a guide only and may be adapted to best suit the weather, tides, currents, availability and other prevailing events. Price is for the cruise, not for an exact number of dives].
Food on this Red Sea liveaboard consists of both local and international dishes served buffet style. You can expect a large range of dishes with each sitting and a good standard of cuisine. In addition to the 4 meals a day, snacks, cookies and fruit are always available to make sure you never go hungry.
- International, Italian and local Egyptian cuisine are served on board.
- The menus are not fixed and meals are served as a buffet.
- Complimentary main meals consist of pre-breakfast, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Tea & coffee, drinking water, soft drinks, fruit, biscuits, candy bars, toast are free of charge.
- Beer and spirits are available for purchase on board.
- Vegetarians are catered for on this boat.
- Catering begins with arrival on the first day.
Sample dishes:
Fried fish, Beef stew, Grilled chicken ... 
