Itinerary Summary
Fly into Cairo (CAI) or direct to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH), then down to Hurghada (HRG) for the offshore snorkel and dive days around Orange Bay and Giftun Island, before the internal flight or ferry acr…
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Cairo Connection and the First Dive Briefing in Hurghada
09:30
3h
Cairo arrival and Hurghada connection
Clear entry at Cairo and connect to the short flight or bus transfer to Hurghada. Weigh your dive bag before check-in, as regional carriers are strict about the 20 kg limit.
📍 Cairo to Hurghada
15:00
1.5h
Dive centre paperwork and check dive
Meet the dive team at the marina, show your certification and complete the medical form before tomorrow's boats. Ask which sites are scheduled and whether nitrox is included in the price.
📍 Hurghada marina
💡 Pro Tip: Hurghada has its own airport, but many long-haul routes land in Cairo first and connect south. Entry formalities depend on your passport, so read the Egypt visa section before booking. If you plan to dive seriously, bring your certification card and logbook, and expect a check dive before any boat trip. The Red Sea is warm year-round, but a 3 mm suit is still welcome in winter, and reef-safe sunscreen is required at most dive centres.
Days 2-7 are member-only
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Budget Breakdown
AccommodationUS$55035%
Resort hotels, 6 nights
Food & DiningUS$31020%
Seafood and resort restaurants
Remaining cost categories are member-only
Members see the full breakdown for flights, hotels, food, tickets and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a diving certification for this Red Sea itinerary?+
A PADI open-water certificate or equivalent is recommended for the boat dives at Tiran Island and the Blue Hole. Non-certified travellers can start with a resort course or intro dive around Hurghada's reefs, but check that your chosen operator runs those options on your dates before booking.
When is the best time to dive the Red Sea in Egypt?+
October to May is the sweet spot, when the Red Sea sits around 22–28°C and visibility is good. June to August is too hot above the water for comfortable surface intervals and desert transfers. Winter brings cooler water, so a thicker wetsuit helps on repeat dives.
How do I get from Hurghada to Sharm el-Sheikh?+
The quickest link is a short internal flight; a passenger ferry also crosses the Red Sea but runs less often and is weather-dependent. Check schedules close to your dates, because seasonal services change. Allow a buffer day so a delayed crossing does not cut into your Tiran Island and Ras Mohamed dives.
What does a 7-day Red Sea diving trip cost, and is gear included?+
Plan on about $1,200–1,940 (roughly €1,040–1,690) per person excluding international flights for the Diving Comfort tier. That covers hotels, boat days and most dive costs, but rental gear, extra tanks and courses are often charged separately. Confirm what your package includes and bring reef-safe sunscreen.
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Guide at a Glance
- Duration: 7 days
- Budget: Diving Comfort · approx. $1,200–1,940 (≈ €1,040–1,690), excl. int'l flights
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best for: Diving & Water Sports
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