To experience the full range of Red Sea scuba diving opportunities, from the legendary wrecks of the north to the shark-rich waters of the south, requires a vessel that balances comfort with serious diving capability. The Blue Melody liveaboard delivers exactly that. Operating out of Hurghada, this 38-metre motor yacht has earned its reputation through multiple dive magazine awards and consistently excellent guest feedback, offering dive charters that cover both the northern wrecks and the southern marine parks.
Step onboard the MY Blue Melody, and the layout immediately makes sense for divers. 4 well-equipped decks give everyone space to spread out. The upper deck houses 3 Premium double cabins with their own character, while the lower deck features 10 Classic twin cabins arranged along a central corridor. Every cabin comes with private en-suite facilities, individual climate control, and thoughtful touches like a mini-bar and entertainment system. The saloon on the main deck offers air-conditioned comfort with entertainment facilities, while the upper deck provides a second indoor lounge that opens onto an outdoor seating area. The sun deck offers loungers for those moments between dives, while the partially shaded areas on the upper deck provide a cool retreat with a drink in hand.
The dive deck itself is where the practical details matter most. Individual diver stations with under-seat crates keep gear organised. 2 dedicated rinse hoses and freshwater tanks make post-dive cleanup quick and easy. There is a charging station for batteries, nitrox available for those with certification, and the boat is set up to accommodate rebreather and technical divers on request . With 2 tenders to shuttle divers to sites and a spacious platform for entries and exits, the focus stays firmly on getting in the water efficiently.
Where Blue Melody truly stands out is in the safari routes that it covers. Northern routes take you to the SS Thistlegorm, the Abu Nuhas wreck cemetery, and the reefs of Ras Mohammed and Tiran. For those seeking pelagic action, southern charters reach the Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone, places where oceanic whitetips, hammerheads, and thresher sharks patrol the walls. The Blue Melody liveaboard operates year-round, with trips timed to maximise encounters based on seasonal conditions.
Operated by Master Liveaboards, MY Blue Melody comes with the backing of an established name in Red Sea diving. The vessel underwent a significant refit in 2025, meaning cabins, systems, and facilities are in top condition. Crew-to-guest ratios allow for attentive service, and dive guides bring local knowledge that makes a difference on sites like the Thistlegorm, where timing and route-planning separate a good dive from an exceptional one. Guest reviews consistently highlight the professionalism of the crew, the quality of the food, and the sense of safety throughout the trip .
A week aboard MY Blue Melody liveaboard settles into its own natural pace. Up to 4 dives a day, morning briefings over coffee, the quiet concentration of a camera table after a dive, and the easy camaraderie that forms among a small group sharing the same experience. Whether you are ticking off bucket-list wrecks or drifting along a pristine wall in the south, the combination of a well-run vessel, an experienced crew, and the diversity of the Red Sea makes for a liveaboard trip worth booking early.
Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone (8 Days / 7 Nights - 18 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, manta rays, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Big Brother, Little Brother, Aida II wreck, Numidia wreck, Daedalus Reef and Elphinstone
Day 1
Your Red Sea diving expedition commences as you step aboard the MY Blue Melody in Port Ghalib or Hurghada. After a warm welcome from the crew, you will receive a full boat orientation and settle into your assigned cabin. The evening culminates with dinner, a relaxed opportunity to meet your fellow certified divers before the Blue Melody liveaboard departs in the early hours of the morning.
Core Days
This route is justly celebrated by experienced divers, offering world-class opportunities for pelagic encounters and breathtaking wall dives at the iconic Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone. The twin pinnacles of Big Brother and Little Brother are isolated outposts renowned for their steep, current-swept drop-offs, which function as essential aggregation points for oceanic life. Here, divers descend into a kingdom of immense black coral trees and brilliantly hued soft coral gardens, attracting oceanic whitetips and silvertip sharks that patrol the deep blue. Big Brother also features 2 significant historical wreck dives: the Numidia and the Aida II. These massive vessels, resting on the reef slope, are completely encrusted in corals, creating striking artificial reefs that are a hive of activity for macro species and larger reef fish alike. It is a unique juxtaposition of maritime history and thriving natural habitat.
Further south, the monumental Daedalus Reef presents an awe-inspiring submerged mountain, easily identified by its historic lighthouse. Its formidable walls attract vast shoals of snapper and great barracuda, but the site is most famous for providing regular opportunities for close-range encounters with scalloped hammerhead sharks, particularly during the summer months.
The final key destination is the revered Elphinstone, famous for its distinct sheer walls plunging into the abyss. Diving here often involves riding the current along the reef spine, providing a stage for potential sightings of majestic thresher sharks and the opportunity to spot giant oceanic manta rays during the warmer seasons. Expect frequent encounters with inquisitive Napoleon wrasse and various species of sea turtles throughout your time on the Blue Melody liveaboard.
Day 8
Following a final light breakfast aboard the Blue Melody, you will check out, say goodbye to the crew and your new friends, and disembark at Port Ghalib or Hurghada.
Daedalus & St. John's (8 Days / 7 Nights - 19 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: St. Johns, Fury Shoals, Daedalus Reef and Elphinstone
Day 1
This Red Sea diving adventure commences at the port of Port Ghalib. Upon boarding the Blue Melody, you will meet the crew, receive a comprehensive briefing on the vessel's features and safety protocols, and settle into your cabin. The first evening is dedicated to dining and introductions with your fellow certified divers before the Blue Melody liveaboard begins its overnight sail to the deep south.
Core Days
This sought-after trip is tailor-made for experienced divers, combining the profound excitement of exposed pelagic hubs with the intricate beauty of vast, complex reef systems. It devotes time to exploring the legendary offshore pinnacles of Daedalus and Elphinstone before navigating the sprawling, colourful gardens of St. John's and Fury Shoals.
The monumental Daedalus Reef stands as a prominent seamount, easily recognisable by its solitary lighthouse. Its exposed nature makes it a magnet for large marine species. Currents often provide exceptional opportunities for sightings of schooling scalloped hammerheads, alongside imposing silvertip sharks, particularly during the summer months. Moving to the exhilarating Elphinstone, divers explore its sheer walls which plunge into the abyss. This site is renowned for rich coral growth and the chance to encounter oceanic whitetip sharks and massive pelagic fish such as great barracuda.
Further south, the St. John's Reefs present a magnificent, dense concentration of underwater topography. Diving here encompasses exploring pinnacles, natural archways, and deep canyons, all beautifully carpeted in colourful gorgonians and whip corals. Look out for the resident green and hawkbill sea turtles, as well as an abundance of inquisitive whitetip reef sharks. Key sites such as Habili Ali and Gota Kebir showcase spectacular, multi-tiered formations teeming with fusiliers and jacks.
Rounding out the dive tour, the Fury Shoals system offers more sheltered, yet equally rewarding, diving. Sites like Sha’ab Malahi feature fascinating labyrinthine mazes of coral, perfect for exploration, while Sha’ab Abu Galawa boasts a picturesque wreck covered in thick schools of glassfish. The dedicated support of the Blue Melody liveaboard ensures maximum bottom time to immerse yourself in these exceptional underwater realms.
Day 8
After a final breakfast on board, you will check out and disembark at the port of Port Ghalib.
Red Sea North & Tiran Straits (8 Days / 7 Nights - 21 Dives)
Trip highlights: turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, drift diving, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving
Dive sites and activities: SS Thistlegorm, Dunraven, Ras Mohammed: Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef, Tiran, Sha'ab El Erg, Gubal
Day 1
Your liveaboard adventure begins in Hurghada, your port of embarkation. Once aboard the Blue Melody, you will be welcomed by the crew, receive a comprehensive briefing on the boat and the itinerary ahead, and settle into your cabin. Guests will arrive throughout the day, and the evening concludes with dinner, providing a great opportunity to meet your fellow certified divers before the Blue Melody liveaboard departs in the early hours of the morning.
Core Days
This tour focuses on the northern Red Sea's finest, offering an exceptional blend of world-class wreck diving and vibrant, current-swept reef systems, making it a powerful choice for experienced divers. Your dives will centre around the Strait of Tiran, Ras Mohammed National Park, and the internationally famous wrecks of the area.
The Strait of Tiran contains 4 legendary reefs, Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon, which rise spectacularly from the seabed. These magnificent coral formations are bathed in strong currents, making them feeding grounds that attract an array of large pelagic visitors. Look out for white-tip and grey reef sharks patrolling the drop-offs, particularly around the exposed corners of Jackson and Thomas.
A cornerstone of this route is diving the SS Thistlegorm, the most renowned wreck in the Red Sea. Resting upright in approximately 32m of water, this British World War II supply ship reveals a preserved cargo of military vehicles, tanks, motorbikes, and weapons inside its holds. The ship's structure is now colonised by marine life, including schools of bannerfish and batfish that congregate around the massive structure. You may also visit other significant wrecks such as the Dunraven, a Victorian steamer whose collapsed structure creates a habitat for groupers and nudibranchs.
Further outstanding reef diving awaits in Ras Mohammed National Park. At sites like Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef, you will encounter impressive coral gardens featuring colourful hard and soft corals. These sites are magnets for large schools of snapper, fusiliers, and jacks, with possible sightings of various sharks in the blue, especially during the early morning dives. The Blue Melody liveaboard also allows time for diving at areas like Gubal and Sha’ab El Erg, where you may encounter resident pods of playful dolphins, adding a memorable, non-diving experience to your trip.
Day 8
After enjoying a final breakfast on board, you will bid farewell to your new friends and disembark in Hurghada.
Red Sea North & Wrecks (8 Days / 7 Nights - 21 Dives)
Trip highlights: dolphins, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, drift diving, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving
Dive sites and activities: Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas wrecks (Giannis D, Carnatic, Kimon M, Chrisoula K), Ras Mohamed: Shag Rock, Sha'ab El Erg and Gubal
Day 1
Your Red Sea adventure begins in Hurghada, your port of embarkation. The crew will welcome you aboard the Blue Melody and the tour leader will conduct a full safety and cruise briefing, ensuring you are familiar with the boat and the week ahead. After settling into your cabin and preparing your dive equipment, dinner will be served, offering a perfect opportunity to meet your fellow certified divers before the boat departs in the early morning hours.
Core Days
This diving cruise is a dream for wreck enthusiasts, offering an intense concentration of world-famous historical sites combined with outstanding reef diving in the northern Red Sea. The pinnacle of the trip is an extended exploration of the SS Thistlegorm, the legendary World War II wreck resting upright in the seabed. You will spend time penetrating the holds to marvel at the perfectly preserved cargo, including military trucks, motorcycles, and armoured vehicles, all cloaked in marine growth and surrounded by schooling snappers.
The tour also focuses on Abu Nuhas Reef, notorious as the 'ship graveyard' due to the concentration of vessels it has claimed. Here you will dive 4 distinct wrecks: the Giannis D, the Carnatic, the Kimon M, and the Chrisoula K. Each vessel offers a unique experience, from the easily accessible, coral-encrusted bows to deeper, more intact internal structures that now shelter thousands of glassfish, cardinalfish, and stonefish.
Beyond the wrecks, the Blue Melody will visit vibrant reef systems. You will explore areas of the Ras Mohammed Marine Park, where sites like Shag Rock offer extensive hard and soft coral gardens, attracting pelagic fish, including barracuda and large tunas. Additionally, dives around Sha’ab El Erg and the Gubal Islands provide opportunities for spotting inquisitive whitetip reef sharks and possibly swimming with resident pods of dolphins, ensuring a varied and unforgettable diving experience throughout your time on the Blue Melody liveaboard.
After a final 2 dives on the penultimate day, the boat returns to Hurghada.
Day 8
Following a final breakfast on board, you will disembark and say goodbye to the crew.
Red Sea North, Wrecks & Brothers (8 Days / 7 Nights - 20 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving
Dive sites and activities: Big Brother, Little Brother, SS Thistlegorm, Rosalie Moller, Ras Mohamed, Shag Rock, Sha'ab El Erg and Gubal
Day 1
This world-class diving adventure begins in Hurghada. Once you step aboard the Blue Melody, you will be welcomed by the crew and given a full briefing on the boat and the week ahead. After settling into your cabin, enjoy dinner with your fellow certified divers before the liveaboard sets sail in the small hours of the morning.
Core Days
This diving expedition combines the historical exploration of the northern wrecks with the exhilarating big fish encounters of the Brothers Islands, ensuring a varied and unforgettable Red Sea experience. The trip offers a dynamic mix of challenging currents and magnificent reef systems.
The isolated Brother Islands, Big Brother and Little Brother, are exposed pinnacles known as major aggregation points for pelagic species. Diving here involves descending along massive walls covered in colourful soft corals and immense gorgonians, where you may spot scalloped hammerheads, oceanic whitetip sharks, and majestic thresher sharks patrolling the deep blue. Big Brother also hosts two incredible wreck dives: the Numidia and the Aida, historical vessels now completely assimilated by the reef, providing sheltered havens for schools of reef fish and macro life.
Further north, the focus shifts to the famous wartime wrecks of the Straits of Gubal. You will explore the universally acclaimed SS Thistlegorm, a sunken cargo ship from World War II. Divers are captivated by the cargo still visible inside the holds, including trucks, jeeps, and motorcycles, all now draped in marine growth. Nearby, the Rosalie Moeller, a coal carrier that sank shortly after the Thistlegorm, offers a deep, ghostly dive experience along its intact structure, often attracting large pelagic fish.
The trip also includes dives at Ras Mohammed National Park, specifically at sites like Shag Rock or the surrounding reefs. These areas offer fantastic opportunities for observing diverse marine ecosystems, from massive schools of trevally and snappers to curious sea turtles and Napoleon wrasse. The expert crew aboard the Blue Melody liveaboard will leverage the conditions to provide the best possible diving at these prime locations.
Day 8
After a final breakfast aboard the Blue Melody, you will check out and disembark in Hurghada.
Red Sea Northern Wrecks & Brothers (8 Days / 7 Nights - 20 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving
Dive sites and activities: Big Brother, Little Brother, Abu Nuhas (Carnatic, Chrisoula K, Kimon M and Giannis D), Straits of Gubal, SS Thistlegorm, Ras Mohamed, Rosalie Moller, Panorama Reef, Salem Express, El Mina, Mohamed Hassabella
Day 1
This extraordinary diving expedition usually begins in Hurghada, the designated port of embarkation. The crew will welcome you aboard the Blue Melody, where you will receive a full orientation to the liveaboard and its safety procedures. After settling into your cabin, dinner will be served, offering the perfect opportunity to meet your fellow certified divers before the vessel leaves the harbour in the early hours.
Core Days
This demanding route is reserved for experienced divers, combining the adrenaline of the Brother Islands with the historical weight of the northern wreck sites, ensuring a broad and enriching experience. Your time at Big Brother and Little Brother is focused on encountering large pelagic species that congregate around these exposed pinnacles. Along the sheer walls, which boast massive gorgonian fans and an astonishing density of soft corals, look for oceanic whitetip sharks and the distinctive, long-tailed thresher shark. These offshore magnets frequently draw migratory whale sharks, alongside the ever-present silvertip and grey reef sharks.
A major highlight is the extensive exploration of the northern wreck sites. We dedicate dives to the Straits of Gubal, focusing on the legendary SS Thistlegorm. Diving this World War II cargo ship allows you to witness military vehicles and supplies frozen in time, now serving as a shelter for resident snappers and barracuda. Nearby, the Rosalie Moeller offers a similarly intact structure, presenting a deep, atmospheric dive experience.
The notorious Abu Nuhas reef provides accessible dives on 4 impressive wrecks: the Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, and Kimon M. These coral-covered vessels host a vibrant population of fish, including curious sea turtles and immense shoals of glassfish. Further variety is found in areas like Ras Mohamed National Park and Safaga, where dives on the striking Panorama Reef plateau showcase the Red Sea's coral density, and the Salem Express wreck provides a memorable, enormous structure for advanced exploration, often surrounded by schools of angelfish and blue-spotted stingrays. The extensive reach of the Blue Melody liveaboard ensures you experience the absolute best of both Northern and Brother Islands diving.
Day 8
Disembarkation occurs the following morning after a farewell breakfast.
Rocky, Zabargad & St. John's (8 Days / 7 Nights - 19 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Rocky Island, Zabargad, St. Johns Reef, Fury Shoals, Elphinstone Reef
Day 1
Your Red Sea diving expedition begins at Port Ghalib, your port of embarkation. You will be welcomed aboard the Blue Melody liveaboard by the crew and receive a comprehensive safety and cruise briefing from the tour leader. After settling into your assigned cabin, enjoy a relaxing dinner with your fellow certified divers before the vessel begins its overnight sail in the early morning.
Core Days
This advanced southern route offers some of the Red Sea's most sought-after diving, combining exposed pinnacles, isolated islands, and intricate, pristine reef systems. The exploration begins in the far south at the remote islands of Rocky and Zabargad. Rocky Island is a current-washed oceanic pinnacle where the nutrient-rich waters encourage immense black coral trees and colossal sea fans to thrive. This exposure attracts pelagic species, with consistent sightings of grey reef sharks and silvertip sharks patrolling the drop-offs. Nearby Zabargad Island offers a complex submerged mountain with a shallower reef shelf, where scuba divers can explore a historic wreck, now home to a rich population of snappers and groupers.
The renowned St. John's Reefs provide a shift in focus to complex topography. You will navigate dramatic drop-offs, natural archways, and coral-carved tunnels. Sites like Habili Ali and Gota Kebir showcase the structural beauty of the Red Sea, with dense, healthy hard corals and pinnacles covered in colourful soft species. Keep an eye out for curious green turtles and the immense Napoleon wrasse that frequent this area, alongside smaller marvels such as frogfish and vibrant nudibranchs that inhabit the shallows.
Concluding the deep south is the vast Fury Shoals reef system, famous for its unique topographical features and marine mammals. We visit celebrated sites like Shaab Claude, known for its iconic sun-drenched caverns and huge porites corals, and Malahi, a maze of reef blocks popular with resident whitetip reef sharks. Finally, the legendary Elphinstone features a narrow, current-swept knife-edge, offering the chance to encounter oceanic whitetip sharks and seasonal sightings of giant oceanic manta rays. The support of the Blue Melody ensures you experience these world-class dive sites with confidence.
After the last 2 dives on the penultimate day, the Blue Melody returns to Port Ghalib.
Day 8
Disembarkation takes place the following morning after a final breakfast on board.
[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].
The MY Blue Melody liveaboard follows a comfortable, efficient routine that maximises time in the water, balanced with good food and downtime. The goal is simple: dive, eat, rest, repeat. Most days, you might wake to the gentle thrum of the engines arriving at a new site, with coffee and a light breakfast available from around 6:30 am. The first dive is typically briefed just before 7 am. After that dive, you return to the boat, stow gear, and a full cooked breakfast is served. This gives the surface interval time to work before the second dive of the morning.
A buffet-style lunch is laid out around 12 noon, after the second dive. The afternoon is yours to relax on the sun deck or in the shaded lounge before the third dive briefing, usually around 3:30 pm. A late afternoon dive often has the best light. On most days, you can expect 4 dives (but only 3 in the southern marine parks).
The crew on the MY Blue Melody knows that divers have hearty appetites. Meals are buffet-style, served in the air-conditioned dining room, and there is always plenty. The morning spread starts with a full cooked option. Eggs are cooked to order - fried, scrambled, or omelette. You’ll also find pancakes, sausages, cheese, cereals, toast, and fresh fruit.
Meals lean heavily on fresh ingredients. Expect a variety of fresh vegetables, rice, and pasta dishes. Proteins rotate between fresh fish, chicken, and beef. The style is mostly international - grilled fish with lemon, roast chicken, and vegetable stir-fries - but the Blue Melody crew will often add local touches. You might find a tagine or a spiced Egyptian fish dish on the menu. Between dives, there are always snacks. A bowl of fresh fruit, cookies, and juice are out for whenever you need a quick bite. There is a constant supply of black, green, and herbal teas, along with coffee and drinking water. Soft drinks are also included.
