Successfully accessing the full range of Egypt's Red Sea underwater environments, from the dramatic northern wrecks to the remote southern marine parks, the 40-metre, purpose-built Odyssey liveaboard serves as the flagship of the respected Seafari fleet, a significant mark of its quality and functional importance to the operator.
Seafari International, the operator of the MV Odyssey, provides deep operational assurance, stemming from over 30 years of managing dive boats in Egyptian waters. This established track record provides confidence in the vessel's technical maintenance, the professionalism of the crew, and the strict safety protocols guiding all operations. They navigate a range of established routes, from 7 to 10 nights, that explore iconic locations such as Ras Mohamed, the Thistlegorm wreck, the Brothers Islands, and the Fury Shoals. All trips are structured to uphold high safety standards and typically offer a minimum of 16 dives per trip.
The Odyssey liveaboard is designed with a blend of classic European style and functional diving practicality. It accommodates up to 26 guests across 13 cabins. All cabins benefit from the yacht's spacious hull design and feature modern fittings, individual climate control, and private en-suite facilities, ensuring privacy and restorative rest. Both double and twin-bed cabin configurations are available.
Between surface intervals, the Odyssey offers ample space for relaxation and socialising across its multiple decks. The sun deck provides shaded areas for resting, comfortable long chairs for enjoying the sunshine, and a Jacuzzi to cool off after a long day of diving. Guests can also indulge in an optional masseuse service. The upper deck features a large air-conditioned lounge equipped with a TV, music, board games, and fish identification books, alongside an open-air social area with ample seating.
Some itineraries aboard the Odyssey also include the unique possibility of stepping ashore. These excursions allow divers to visit historic lighthouses and enjoy relaxing late afternoon walks, providing a tranquil interlude from the rigorous diving schedule and offering a different perspective of the Red Sea coastline.
The dive operation itself is expertly configured for scuba divers. The expansive dive deck is large and well-equipped with personal stations, dedicated rinse tanks, and a special camera area with charge points. Diving is conducted from 2 dedicated, motorised Zodiac tenders, which ensures quick and safe deployment and retrieval at challenging sites. A key amenity for divers is the complimentary nitrox available for certified users. The Odyssey liveaboard offers a trustworthy, experience-led, and rewarding scuba platform for exploring the best of the Egyptian Red Sea.
There are 13 cabins on this Egypt liveaboard. The upper deck of MV Odyssey has 1 twin bed bed and 1 double bed cabin with additional single bed (not available to single travellers), the main deck has 4 double bed cabins with additional single beds, and the lower deck has 7 twin bed cabins. All the cabins feature private en-suite bathroom facilities. The double bed cabins with additional single beds are not available to single travellers on 'twin-share' basis.
All the cabins have:
- Individually adjustable air-conditioning
- Private bathroom with hot water shower and hand basin
- Toiletries, bath and beach towels, and bathrobes are provided
- Portholes on lower deck, windows on upper deck
- Reading lights
- Wardrobe, mirror and shelves
- Daily housekeeping
- Bedside cabinet
- Bedding and luggage space
- 24-hour, 220v electricity supply
- European-style 2-pin plugs
- Life jackets, fire extinguishers & smoke alarms
No. of bathrooms / showers - 13 / 13 - hot water
[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].
Onboard the Odyssey liveaboard, guests enjoy a variety of delicious and freshly prepared meals to keep them energised for scuba diving. Here’s what you can typically expect:
Breakfast - a mix of continental and hot options, such as:
- Fresh bread, pancakes, pastries, toast, and jams
- Eggs (fried, scrambled, or omelettes)
- Cheese, cold cuts, and yogurt
- Fresh fruit, cereals, and muesli
- Coffee, tea, and fruit juices
Lunch - a buffet-style meal with a selection of:
- Salads (vegetable, pasta, or seafood)
- Grilled or baked fish, chicken, or meat dishes
- Rice, pasta, or potatoes
- Local Egyptian specialities
- Freshly baked bread and dips (hummus, tahini, etc.)
- Desserts (fresh fruit, cakes, or traditional sweets)
Dinner - a hearty meal after a day of diving, often featuring:
- Soup or starter (such as lentil soup or seafood salad)
- Main dishes like grilled meats, fish, or vegetarian options
- Side dishes including vegetables, rice, or couscous
- A dessert (baklava, pudding, or fruit)
Snacks & Beverages, available 24 hours a day:
- Fresh fruit, cookies, or sandwiches between dives
- Unlimited tea, coffee, and water
- Soft drinks available (sometimes included, sometimes extra)
- Beer and wine may be available for purchase (depending on the boat’s policy)
The exact menu varies but the food is always plentiful, fresh, and caters to different tastes, including vegetarian options. If you have special dietary needs (vegan, gluten-free, allergies), it’s best to inform the crew in advance.
Diving in the Red Sea typically involves 3-4 dives per day, offering plenty of underwater exploration while maintaining a comfortable pace. Your day begins with an early morning dive at 7 am, followed by breakfast at 8 am. The second dive takes place at 10 am, after which you'll enjoy a well-earned lunch at noon. The afternoon dive at 2 pm allows you to discover more stunning reefs or wrecks, with a snack break at 4 pm. Once during the Odyssey trip, you'll experience a night dive at 7 pm, followed by dinner at 8 pm, with time to relax and share stories with fellow divers.
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Dive experience: Odyssey liveaboard requirements - Brothers, Daedalus Reef & Elphinstone, Tiran, Golden Loop, Rocky, Zabargad, St John’s: N2, CMAS**, Advanced or equivalent, + 50 logged dives; North, Fury Shoals: N1, Open water, CMAS*. Guided supervision will be required for divers with less than 20 logged dives. Egyptian law limits the maximum recreational dive depth to 40 metres; dive computer, or depth gauge and watch, are mandatory for all, surface marker buoy and flash light are mandatory. Proof of dive certification and diving logbook are mandatory.
Cruise price per person includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, water, soft drinks and hot drinks, round trip transfers from Hurghada or Marsa Alam airports or local hotels to the boat, port fees, national park fees, dives (as detailed in the trips above), nitrox fills for certified enriched air divers, 2-3 experienced English-speaking divemasters, 12 litre tanks (DIN & Int.), weights and weightbelts, sales tax.
Cruise price per person excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment (USD 164 per trip), dive computer (USD 41 per week), SMB, torch (USD 23 per week), diving insurance, national park fees (2024 only: USD 47). Guided supervision for divers with less than 20 logged dives (USD 6 per dive). Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival (cash - EUR, USD, GBP, or credit card).
Optional extras: Alcoholic drinks, 15 litre tank (USD 47 per week), private guide. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival. Note: prices of items purchased onboard are subject to change.
How to get there: MY Odyssey cruises depart from Hurghada or Port Ghalib and roundtrip transfers are provided from nearby hotels and from Hurghada and Marsa Alam airports to the departure point. For more details, including airlines, see our travel information section for the Red Sea. Guests are welcomed outside of the arrival hall, after passing customs and baggage claim. Boat staff will be waiting for you with a 'SEAFARI' signboard.
All buses are recent models, air conditioned and, for long distance transfers, a snack, mineral water and fruit juice are provided. For long distance rides guests may be asked to wait for other participants to form collective transfers. During long waits, guests are invited to the Seafari villa in downtown Hurghada with air-conditioned lounge, wifi, a small terrace, toilet. Water, tea and coffee available at your discretion. Nearby: shopping, bars and restaurants, beach and promenade. Journey times -> Hurghada Airport - Hurghada Marina: 20 mins, Hurghada Airport - Marsa Ghalib: 3 hours, Marsa Alam Airport - Marsa Ghalib: 15 mins.
The first and last nights of the diving tour are spent in the harbour. Guests arrive and board on the first day from 6 pm onwards. The last dive of the trip will be at around 8 am on the penultimate day and the boat returns to port at around 3 pm. Guests check out at 8 am on the final day. Please wait at least 18 hours before flying after diving. Private transfers and 'day use' hotels can also be reserved.
Non-diver rate: USD 58 off the published price (also applicable to groups and full charters).
Single supplement (if you do not want to share accommodation): This is optional - single travellers may choose to pay the regular fare and agree to share a cabin, or pay a supplement of 70% of the published price for their own cabin.
Dive clubs and group discounts: 3 guests sharing a cabin: USD 58 discount per person.
Pay for 9 guests and 1 additional diver can join the cruise free of charge (10+ guests).
Whole boat charter rate (per night): Pay for 23 guests and 3 additional persons can join free of charge (total 26 guests).
Add-on package: If you have time, we recommend you consider some of the wonderful antiquities tours in Egypt, to add a whole new dimension to your vacation.
Cairo museum's royal mummies, the pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, a glorious cruise down the Nile staying in a luxury cabin, The Valley of the Kings; all of these and more can be visited in tour packages starting at 6 nights' duration. Other activities such as 4x4 safaris and camel tours are also available as are custom-made packages to suit your needs.
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