The 'Gold Class' Snefro Spirit liveaboard offers divers a distinguished and well-serviced passage to the Sinai Peninsula's premier dive sites. This wooden-hulled, twin-engine Sharm El Sheikh liveaboard is part of the established King Snefro Fleet, a Green Fins-certified operator that holds ISO accreditation and was honoured with the IATD Tourism Shield of Excellence. Catering to a maximum of 18 guests, the generous staff-to-guest ratio - often 8 to 10 crew members - ensures highly attentive personal service throughout the week-long trips, which commence on Saturdays.
Week-long expeditions on the Snefro Spirit are dedicated to showcasing the Red Sea's most acclaimed diving areas in the Sinai Peninsula. The dive safaris are planned to allow comprehensive access to the region’s world-famous wrecks and vibrant reef systems, giving divers a rich blend of history and breathtaking marine biodiversity. The Snefro Spirit’s twin engines ensure reliable and timely travel between key locations, allowing guests to focus fully on their underwater pursuits.
Diving functionality is a key strength of the Snefro Spirit liveaboard. The generously sized dive deck has ample space for kitting up, featuring 2 fresh-water showers and 2 bathrooms right on the platform for post-dive convenience. Compressor noise is mitigated as the units are housed below deck and are silent during operation. Critically, all guests on this Egypt diving safari benefit from free nitrox, a valuable inclusion for extending bottom times on the deeper wrecks and high-density coral reefs.
Accommodation is spread comfortably over the 4 decks of Snefro Spirit. All staterooms feature private ensuite bathrooms. Guests may choose from Standard twin share cabins on the lower deck or opt for the Deluxe double bed suite located on the upper deck. The Deluxe suite provides an elevated experience, boasting larger windows and commanding views over the Red Sea.
The Snefro Spirit is equipped with multiple communal spaces for relaxation and socialising. The main deck hosts an air-conditioned saloon with plush seating, a large flat screen TV, and a selection of entertainment, including board games and magazines. Adjoining this is the dedicated dining area. For connectivity, free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the boat.
Outdoor areas are designed to make the most of the clear Egyptian weather. Both the upper and sun decks offer partially shaded seating, comfortable sun beds, and a bar with fridges and music. This blend of accredited operational quality, highly attentive service, and technical dive advantages positions the Snefro Spirit liveaboard as a premier choice for a fun and rewarding Red Sea diving safari.
Cabins consist of 8 Standard twin bed cabins (7-8 sqm) on the lower deck, plus 1 Deluxe suite (10 sqm) with queen-size bed on the upper deck which has large windows and superior views over the Red Sea.
All the liveaboard cabins have:
- Air-conditioning
- En-suite bathroom with hot water shower and hand basin
- Windows on the upper deck, portholes on the lower deck
- Bedding & towels provided
- Cabinet, shelves & mirror
- Reading lights
- Personal belongings safe box
- Minibar
Daily housekeeping
Internal phone
24-hour, 220V electricity supply
European-style 2-pin plug sockets
Fire warning system
Life jackets & fire extinguishers
Space for luggage
No. of bathrooms / showers - 9 / 9 - hot water
Red Sea North & Tiran Straits (8 Days / 7 Nights - 20 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: Temple or Ras Katy, Ras Mohamed National Park: Ras Ghazlani, Marsa Bareika, Ras Za'atar, Jackfish Alley, Eel Garden, Shark Observatory, Anemone City, Shark Reef, Yolanda Reef, The Quay; Dunraven, SS Thistlegorm Wreck, Shag Rock, Kingston Wreck, Sha'ab Ali, Sha'ab Mahmoud, Straits of Tiran: Jackson, Thomas, Woodhouse and Gordon Reef
Day 1
Embarkation commences in the evening at the new El Wataneya marina in Sharm El Sheikh. You will be welcomed aboard the Snefro Spirit, receive a full safety briefing, and settle into your cabin. After preparing your dive gear, you will enjoy dinner with your fellow divers before the vessel departs for the open sea early the following morning.
Core Days
This classic 'Sinai Classic' dive safari, expertly run by the Snefro Spirit liveaboard, is designed to maximise your time at the most iconic sites of the Sinai Peninsula. We first explore the exposed pinnacles of the Straits of Tiran. The 4 famous reefs - Jackson, Thomas, Woodhouse, and Gordon Reef - rise dramatically from the seabed. The powerful, nutrient-rich currents that sweep past them attract schools of snapper, barracuda, and large tuna, offering dynamic drift dives and high chances of encountering pelagic sharks. These reefs are carpeted in vast fields of healthy hard and soft corals.
A major focus of the dive itinerary is the Ras Mohamed National Park, renowned for its spectacular sheer walls and deep drop-offs. Sites like Anemone City, Jackfish Alley, Ras Ghazlani, and Marsa Bareika provide fantastic opportunities to spot crocodilefish, scorpionfish, and a variety of vibrant reef fish. Look for resident hawksbill and green turtles, while sites like Shark Reef, Yolanda Reef, and Shark Observatory feature breathtaking topography, richly adorned with huge gorgonian sea fans and brightly coloured soft corals.
The Snefro Spirit liveaboard expedition includes the globally renowned wreck of the SS Thistlegorm Wreck. This pristine World War II military transport offers an unparalleled historical experience, allowing you to fin past its preserved cargo of vehicles and ammunition. Nearby, you will also dive the coral-encrusted Dunraven wreck, further enriching the historical element of the dive cruise.
Day 8
You will wake up at the port of El Wataneya and enjoy a final breakfast before disembarking from the Snefro Spirit.
Red Sea North & Wrecks (4 Days / 3 Nights - 11 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: Temple, Ras Katy, Ras Mohamed: Jackfish Alley, Shark and Yolanda Reef, Alternatives, HMS Thistlegorm, Sha’ab Mahmoud, Dunraven, Ras Zatar, Ras Ghazlani or Ras Um Sid
Day 1
Embarkation commences in the evening in Sharm El Sheikh. You will be welcomed aboard the Snefro Spirit, receive a full safety briefing, and settle into your cabin. After preparing your dive gear, you will enjoy dinner with your fellow divers before the vessel departs for the open sea early the following morning.
Core Days
This popular mini-safari provides an intense focus on the region's most iconic dives. You will dive the globally famous SS Thistlegorm, a pristine World War II military wreck where you can explore the holds still packed with preserved cargo of vehicles and ammunition. Nearby historical sites like the Dunraven wreck near Shaab Mahmoud are also explored, offering beautifully coral-encrusted relics.
The safari also includes dives in the Ras Mohamed, renowned for its sheer walls and high-octane drift dives. Sites like Shark & Yolanda Reef and Shark Observatory feature breathtaking topography and are covered in huge gorgonian sea fans and brightly coloured soft corals. Look for large schools of snapper, trevally, and tuna patrolling the currents, alongside sightings of hawksbill and green turtles. Shallower areas like Jackfish Alley, Temple, and Alternatives provide excellent photographic opportunities for macro life, including crocodilefish and lionfish, while Ras Zatar and Ras Ghazlani offer equally vibrant wall dives. The Snefro Spirit liveaboard ensures access to these top Sinai Peninsula dive locations.
Day 4
After enjoying a final 3 scheduled dives, the Snefro Spirit liveaboard returns to the New Marina (El Wataneya) in the afternoon. You will disembark after breakfast.
Red Sea North, Wrecks & Tiran Straits (5 Days / 4 Nights - 15 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: Temple, Ras Mohamed: Jackfish Alley, Shark and Yolanda Reef; Alternatives, HMS Thistlegorm, Small Passage, Dunraven, Strait of Tiran: Jackson Reef, Woodhouse Reef, North and South Lagoon, Thomas Reef, Gordon Reef; Ras Nasrani, Ras Ghamila or Ras Um Sid
Day 1
Once welcomed aboard the Snefro Spirit liveaboard in Sharm El Sheikh, you will receive a full safety briefing, settle into your cabin, and enjoy dinner with your fellow divers before the vessel departs for the open sea early the following morning.
Core Days
This classic 'Sinai Dive Classic' tour, expertly run by the Snefro Spirit liveaboard, is designed to maximise your time at the most iconic dive sites of the Sinai Peninsula. We first explore the globally famous SS Thistlegorm, a pristine World War II military transport wreck where you can explore the holds still packed with preserved cargo of vehicles and ammunition. Adjacent historical sites like the Dunraven wreck near Shaab Mahmoud are also explored, offering beautifully coral-encrusted relics.
The Snefro Spirit then moves to the exposed pinnacles of the Straits of Tiran. The famous reefs - Jackson Reef, Woodhouse Reef, Thomas Reef, and Gordon Reef - rise dramatically from the seabed. The powerful, nutrient-rich currents that sweep past them attract massive schools of snapper, barracuda, and large tuna, offering dynamic drift dives and high chances of encountering pelagic sharks. The walls of these reefs are spectacularly covered in immense gorgonian fans and brightly coloured soft corals.
A major focus of the trip is the Ras Mohamed National Park, renowned for its sheer walls and high-octane drift dives. Sites like Shark & Yolanda Reef and Shark Observatory feature breathtaking topography and are covered in huge gorgonian sea fans and brightly coloured soft corals. Shallower areas like Jackfish Alley and Temple provide excellent photographic opportunities for macro life, including crocodilefish and lionfish, while reefs near Ras Nasrani offer vibrant wall dives. Your experience on the Snefro Spirit ensures you safely and comfortably access the very best of these northern Red Sea dive locations.
Day 5
After enjoying a final morning of scheduled diving, the vessel returns to the marina in the afternoon. You will enjoy a final lunch before disembarking from the Snefro Spirit.
[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 moment you board the Snefro Spirit liveaboard, you will discover a daily schedule purposefully designed for the certified Red Sea diver. It is a structure that ensures maximum time underwater is perfectly balanced with comfortable living and proper nutrition. This focus is supported by a generous full board plan of 3 substantial meals and regular snacks, defining a satisfying routine from dawn until dusk.
You begin with a light pre-breakfast of hot drinks, biscuits, and bread or toast before kitting up for the initial descent. A full, hot breakfast is waiting after the first dive and before the second. Lunch is served buffet style in the main air-conditioned saloon, providing a welcome break before the afternoon session. A well-timed snack is offered before the subsequent plunge. With the exception of arrival and departure days, you can expect up to 4 dives daily, including the night dive, which is immediately followed by dinner.
The dining on the Snefro Spirit is a genuine pleasure, offering high-quality selection that matches the rest of the boat's facilities. The cook excels in international and Italian favourites, alongside delightful North African and Arabic dishes. Meals are served buffet style in the dedicated dining section of the air-conditioned lounge on the main deck. Menus are not fixed, ensuring variety throughout your safari. Expect generous helpings of lamb, beef, veal, fish, calamari, shrimps, and turkey, plus several vegetarian dishes.
To keep you going between meals, snacks are continuously accessible throughout the day. You can help yourself to complimentary biscuits, cakes, ice cream, and fresh fruit. Hydration is also complimentary, with tea, coffee, soft drinks, and drinking water readily available. Beer and wine are available for purchase on board, and guests are welcome to bring their own spirits only. If you have special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian, please provide prior notice so the cook can accommodate you. Catering for your Snefro Spirit liveaboard safari starts with dinner on your check-in day.
