The flagship of the Seafari fleet, the Odyssey is a comfortable 40m Red Sea liveaboard boat that was purpose built by the owners. Seafari is an international dive operator that has over 30 years experience managing several boats in Egypt. Odyssey can accommodate up to 26 people in 13 cabins.
All the cabins on board take advantage of the spacious hull and are furnished with modern fittings. En-suite facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning are standard. There are double bed and twin bed cabins available. The sun deck features long chairs for guests to enjoy the sunshine, and a Jacuzzi to cool off in after a full day of scuba diving. A massuese service is also available. The upper deck is where you will find the spacious air-con lounge with TV, music, board games.and fish books, as well as the main open air social air with plenty of seating benches and tables. The main deck houses the dining room and dive deck. The food onboard is said to be amazing.
Diving operations are conducted from 2 motorised Zodiacs. There's also free nitrox available, a camera table and charge points, rinse tanks and a bathroom. Some itineraries offer the possibility to set foot on land to visit historic lighthouses, and there are beautiful walks in the late afternoon to enjoy the sunset.
There are 13 cabins on this Egypt liveaboard. The upper deck 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
Red Sea South (8 Days / 7 Nights - 16 Dives)
Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics
Dive sites and activities: Daedalus Reef, Zabargad and Rocky Islands, Elphinstone
Day 1
The Seafari staff will welcome you at the arrival hall of Hurghada or Marsa Alam Airport. An air-conditioned van will take you to Port Ghalib where the Odyssey dive yacht is moored. The journey from Hurghada to Port Ghalib takes about 3 hours. Otherwise it’s only a few minutes to Port Ghalib from Marsa Alam Airport if you have landed there. Once onboard the liveaboard you will be met by the boat crew and the tour leader, who will assign you to your cabin and provide a briefing on boat safety and the upcoming week of activities. Enjoy your dinner in the air-conditioned saloon before going to bed; your diving will start tomorrow.
Core Days
Daedalus Reef is home to schools of surgeonfish, fusiliers, trevallies and colourful reef fish. Hammerheads, oceanic whitetips and thresher sharks can be seen here, as well as manta rays. One of the more current-swept regions of the Red Sea is Rocky Island. Here the nutrient-rich water movement gives rise to healthy gorgonian fans, black coral trees and sponges. Often found sheltering in quieter spots are turtles, grey reef sharks, silvertips, and perhaps also mantas and dolphins. Manta rays and dolphins are also common visitors. Zabargad island is a site populated by soldierfish, wrasses and schools of snappers. It features walls, drop-offs and shallow coral gardens. Elphinstone is home to schools of surgeonfish, fusiliers, trevallies and colourful reef fish. Big sharks can occasionally be seen here.
Day 8
Check out time is normally after a breakfast and farewells with the crew, before being transferred either to the airport or your 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].
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 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. On the final day, the schedule is slightly lighter with just 2 dives before the boat returns to port, ensuring you have ample time to prepare for departure.
DEPARTURE SCHEDULE & PRICES
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Dive experience: Requirement - 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 supervsion 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 cetification 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, all taxes.
Cruise price per person excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment (USD165 per trip), dive computer (USD41 per week), SMB, torch (USD24 per week), diving insurance, national park fees (2024 only: USD47). Guided supervsion for divers with less than 20 logged dives (USD6 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 (USD47 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: USD59 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: USD59 discount per person.
Pay for 10 guests and 1 additional diver can join the cruise free of charge.
Whole boat charter rate (per night): Pay for 24 guests and 2 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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