Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard, Egypt

Name: North & Safaga (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Start: 2027-03-08
End: 2027-03-15
Location: Egypt

9.7 Exceptional

Nitrox available
Free Internet
Free Nitrox
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly

from $ 155 / day Check dates

“Great dive locations, excellent food, overall boat conditions, super-frindly and competent staff. ”
Marcelo L, United States

Highlights

Built in 2021 and renovated annually
Top-ranked in guest reviews
Bright, modern decor
North and South Red Sea itineraries available
2 dive tenders for access to dive sites

The Ghazala Explorer liveaboard in Egypt is a modern 37mtr/121ft motor yacht offering itineraries throughout the Red Sea area. It can take up to 24 guests in 12 air-conditioned, ensuite cabins, consisting of 9 twin bed and 3 double bed cabins, including suites. Ghazala Explorer has a spacious, bright indoor dining and lounge area for guests to enjoy prepared meals or relax with a drink. There is a sun deck with seating areas, bean bags, and either covered or open areas for those who prefer to be in the sunshine. A large dive deck to the rear allows storage of dive equipment and plenty of space to get ready for dives, and the rear platform makes getting on and off the tenders more accessible.

Ghazala Explorer liveaboard offers divers a wide choice of itineraries throughout the Red Sea, including favorites such as the Thistlegorm wreck, Abu Nuhas, Brothers, Ras Mohammed, Daedalus, Elphinstone, and St. John's. The Red Sea offers divers so much diversity in marine life and healthy corals; whichever itinerary you choose, you'll be amazed at the underwater world in Egypt.

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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Nitrox, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course (€135-160 / activity), Private Dive Guide (€400 / trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (€40-450 / activity), Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear.

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Boat features

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Beach BBQ
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, German, and Spanish.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2021

Length: 37 meters

Beam: 8.2 meters

Top speed: 13 knots

Cruising speed: 11 knots

Engines: 2 x MAN 1100 Hp

Max guests: 24

Number of cabins: 13

Number of bathrooms: 14

Tenders: 2

Water capacity: 12 tons

Fuel capacity: 20 tons

Freshwater maker: 2 * 7 tons each

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Ghazala Explorer Reviews

9.7 Exceptional

Vessel

9.6
Crew

9.6
Food

9.9
Diving

9.7
Value

9.8

10 Exceptional
lesley S
United Kingdom

Very impressed and highly recommended
Very impressed with the size and cleanliness of cabins, we were in an upper deck cabin. Cleaners visited several times a day to clean bathroom, make beds etc. fresh linen and towels half way through week. Felt reassured with safety aspects as had excellent fire and emergency briefing and practice. Also this boat uses ENIOS safety devices for each diver to track missing divers- first time we have had this safety measure. Food was always fresh, plentiful and varied and they catered well for people with specific dietary requirements. The dive crew and guides were excellent , great detailed dive briefings and very helpful and attentive deck and zodiac crews. Everyone couldn’t do enough for you. Ocean Tribe manager came onboard at end of safari and asked for detailed feedback which we felt was a very personal touch he seemed genuinely interested in any info to help shape future trips. Would highly recommend and would use again.
Recommended for
Amazing boat crew. Really lovely cabins and very clean. Fabulous itinerary.
07 Sep, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
François B
France

A memorable moment out of time, rest and dives at the top.
A great time, very simple and attentive staff. Well organized facilities and comfort on board exceed.
Recommended for
Atmosphere on board / staff. Dives. Comfort.
09 Sep, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Arndt P
Germany

Just lovely
Just lovely!
Recommended for
Dive Guides. Dive Deck. Crew.
16 Sep, 2025

10 Exceptional
Alba M
Spain

Unique experience.
It's the third lifeboard we've done and this one in particular has been great. Both the instructors and the team have been super attentive. grateful for everything and wanting to repeat with them.
Recommended for
The perfect crew, the perfect attention and help in the dives and the organization.
11 Dec, 2023

Translated from Spanish

10 Exceptional
Quentin N
France

Great liveaboard experience all around!
Diving with 17 hammerheads! Very friendly crew. Great group of people. And amazing dives! Already planning to join the same boat for another itinerary!
Recommended for
Crew, dives, food
07 Nov, 2022

10 Exceptional
Alexander U
Germany

From start to finish - Top
First of all - what can be done better? - To book two weeks on the ship. It was a great experience from start to finish. The pick up from the airport worked perfectly. On the ship I was warmly welcomed. The ship is great. The crew was always helpful and nothing was left to be desired. The food was delicious. The dive guides were all very knowledgeable and you felt very safe, even at unfamiliar dive sites. In summary, it was a very great trip and I am looking forward to the next one with Ghazala Explorer next year. Out of 100 points, I give the team, the ship and the dive guides 150 points. Thank you very much for everything and see you next time!Alexander
Recommended for
The crew and dive guides. The food. The dive sites.
21 Nov, 2025

Translated from German

10 Exceptional
Louise S
Denmark

Best liveaboard experience
Hammerheads, new friends, beautiful corals
Recommended for
The crew, dives and boat
23 Oct, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
Simon W
United Kingdom

My first Red Sea trip and it was so much fun it’s made me want to book again
Exceeded my expectations, my highlights are happy upbeat staff and there willingness to help at every opportunity
Recommended for
Friendliness of the staff. The food. Cleanliness of the boat.
17 Sep, 2025

10 Exceptional
JEAN FRANCOIS F
France

Amazing time
We had a great time on board with the team, food is great , diving was perfect. The best boat inntje red sea nothing could be better. Don’t change anything. Hope to see you soin again. Thank you all for the perfect experience From french touch diving
Recommended for
The Team. Comfort of boat. Safety on board.
05 Nov, 2024

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Daniel K
United States

Highly recommend for advanced diving. Best boat in the Red Sea.
Our first live aboard experience was extremely memorable and I'm happy it was on the GE. The boat is new, and it's facilities are both comfortable and make diving extremely easy. Advanced diving, but the guides made it accommodating for us. There were many people with twin sets and side mounts, etc. I will be using GE if I come back to the Red Sea and would recommend 100%
Recommended for
Big cabin with bathroom, great food, excellent service
26 Mar, 2023

185 reviews

9.7 Exceptional
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10 Exceptional
Michael V
Netherlands

Fantastic experience!
Great trip in which everything went beyond expectations.
Recommended for
Crew. Food & drinks. Price - quality.
18 Jun, 2025

Translated from Dutch

10 Exceptional
Peggy B
Belgium

I look back on a fantastic week.
My 15th liveaboard and by far the best. The welcome was warm, the crew is extremely helpful and friendly. The dives are well briefed and supervised. Those who wanted to could dive unaccompanied. Always felt safe. Even though I had done this tour 4 times, they still showed other reefs. The boat was quite comfortable and neat. It is also nice that there are plenty of sunbeds in the sun so that you can warm up between dives now that it was a bit colder season. Wide range of decent towels and bathrobe when you get out of the water and stand in the wind. After the dive, the crew was ready to help you take off your wetsuit, they rinsed it for you and hung it up which is nice when you are shivering from the cold. The food was tasty and varied. There was also always a fruit basket that was replenished daily. A big plus was the coffee machine with delicious coffee that is included. That also brings me to the fact that there are no hidden costs.
Recommended for
Great crew. Comfort on board. Safe feeling.
08 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Robin S
Germany

Outstanding experience!
Great dive sites! Excellent dive guides! All in all a really good experience!
Recommended for
Such a great community on board!
13 Jan, 2024

10 Exceptional
Michel P
France

Lovely experience
The crew is constantly doing its best to suit people's needs. Great food. The boat is new. Great value for the money
Recommended for
The dive briefings, the crew, the food
17 Mar, 2023

10 Exceptional
Manfred K
Austria

You can hardly put it into words, you have to experience it with this crew and this ship => unique and 100% recommendation!
Great route choice of the captain - we were mostly alone at the dive spots. Even at the Thistlegorm, where we were lucky enough to do three dives, there was not a single boat on site - Amazing! The whole crew was excellent - the kitchen conjured up a great buffet, snacks with smoothies and all kinds of delicacies where you wonder how they do it ;o). The service was great, the diving suit was already in place, help with getting dressed and the fun was not missing - and as soon as you were out of the water, the diving suit was already washed and hung up while you were spoiled by a hot or cold drink. The three guides were great! Extremely competent, perfect briefings and you got a lot of background knowledge about the history of the wrecks. Even unguided you could go - where after the briefings you could choose the division of the group/dive guide - we didn't miss anything!
Recommended for
Unique crew who made this safari an experience. Dive spots including wrecks - great mix and the luck that we were the only boat at the spots. Superb cuisine - great service, very attentive crew.
03 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Dmitrij Z
Germany

Great diving from an excellent boat
Having been on quite a few liveabords by now I can confidently say this has been the best one so far. The ship's general layout is the same as most liveaboard boats in the red sea, but the attention to detail and many thoughtful details really made a difference (plenty of charging outlets, plenty of drying space etc.). The crew has been amazing - extremely professional and always there to help with absolutely anything about your diving day to an extent that even seemed funny at times - like it's okay, I can grab my water bottle myself, but thank you for handing it to me ;). The same goes for the two dive guides - extremely experienced, they could probably navigate through the dive sites with their eyes closed and made sure to point out all the details that were easy to miss. At the same time, they gave the most thorough briefings I have ever encountered and made safety a top priority I particularly loved how the team was able to accomodate a request for an uncommon dive site during the trip. The food has been very tasty, varied and plentiful, but to be fair, this goes for every liveaboard I have been on ;). So thanks a lot guys, I will certainly try to book this boat in particular for future red sea trips.
Recommended for
Boat and cabin comfort, the crew, the food onboard
16 Mar, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
ALESSANDRO V
Italy

AMAZING
ALL WEEK, VERY NICE TRIP, AMAZING DIVING
Recommended for
DIVE SITE, BOAT, FRIENDLY ATHMOSPHERE
06 Nov, 2022

10 Exceptional
Thomas P
Germany

A fantastic week without ifs and buts!!
All the dive sites we visited were beautiful throughout.The service of the team perfect.The accompaniment by the guides excellent.All in a relaxed atmosphere!!Always happy to come back.
Recommended for
The guides, the food and the boat in general.
20 Oct, 2022

10 Exceptional
Joel Y
United States

Truly great Red Sea dive trip.
It's a very comfortable boat: large enough to have room to move around and be stable on the water, but small enough so divers can get to know one another. Cabins had plenty of room and storage space. New sites every day. Before each dive the briefings by a dive guide, with audiovisual assist, were complete and understandable. The deck staff both before and after the dives were everywhere assisting with gear and helping in any way they could. Always a snack and a drink waiting when we came up. My wife and I were encouraged to get nitrox certified and we did; looking at the nitrox log I saw that everyone else on the boat, now including us, were using nitrox blend. The reefs weren't the best I've seen, having dived in Belize and Palau and Roatan, among others, but they were always good and often amazing. The emphasis was on spotting pelagics and we did see some; I'm more of a reef and small critter person and could have used more of that. Since it was my first time there, I stuck with a guided group for almost all my dives and this generally went well; the guides were all pros and kept a good eye on us. Some interesting caves on some of the dives which gave nice variety. We took a RIB excursion to see dolphins up close but did not see any in the one place where we could actually get in the water with them, but the snorkeling was fun. Loved the night dives. Full days every day, up at 6 and in the water not long after, with dinner usually around 9 after the night dive, if there was one. Great food, a mix of Western and Egyptian that was tasty and varied, and there was plenty of it. They seemed proud of it and deservedly so.
Recommended for
attentiveness of the staff during diving. quality, knowledge, and preparation of the dive guides. emphasis on safety.
12 Aug, 2024

10 Exceptional
Qusai N
Saudi Arabia

An Unforgettable First Liveaboard Experience
This was my first liveaboard trip, and I originally chose the Ghazalla Explorer because I saw it was the top-rated boat—and those ratings were absolutely right! The fact that most of the divers onboard were returning guests, some for the third time or more, says everything about how good this boat really is. The crew and the dive masters were incredibly friendly, extremely helpful, highly professional, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent. I had brought plenty of snacks with me just in case—I’m a bit of a picky eater, especially with sweets—but I didn’t touch anything I brought until the very end of the trip. That’s how good the meals were! The weather, the dive deck, the dive sites, and even the fellow divers were all fantastic. I’m really happy I booked this trip at the last minute, and I’m definitely coming back again—I honestly cannot wait to book again and try the north itinerary!
Recommended for
Crew. Food. Diving.
25 Nov, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Andrey G
United States

Excellent experience with wonderful people!
Finally, the hammerhead experience!
Recommended for
Size of the boat, size of the cabins, staff
11 Nov, 2022

10 Exceptional
Serdal T
Germany

It was incredibly beautiful, best liveaboard I ever been
The whole trip as a package was incredibly extraordinary, it exceeded all my expectations. The crew was very friendly and helped us every minute during the trip. Dive guides were just amazing by choosing the right sites, and giving us advanced divers the freedom to enjoy the dive sites unguided. Diving was suberb, lots of colorful corals with a beautiful reef life, and nice wrecks, and my personal highlight with multiple dolphin encounters. Have been on many livaboard, this one was the best so far, therefore can only recommend it. Thanks for the whole Ghazala Team
Recommended for
Boat, Crew, Diving
28 Mar, 2023

10 Exceptional
Sean B
United Kingdom

Great boat and crew
I've done three Liveaboard's in the Red Sea the Ghazala Explorer being my fourth, i was impressed from the moment i stepped onboard, the boat is only a year old and very well designed, i stayed in the upper deck cabin and was impressed by the size of the cabin and how well designed it was. All the crew were very friendly, the dives were great, i saw eleven Hammerhead's at Daedalus...amazing ! I will definately be booking the Ghazala again, thank you for a great week !
Recommended for
The dives, the boat and the crew.
25 Oct, 2022

10 Exceptional
Frank S
Netherlands

One of the most beautiful experiences in my life
Really nothing to complain about! Everything was great
Recommended for
Great food. Great guides. Super helpful staff.
20 Jan, 2025

10 Exceptional
Eddine S
France

One word "AWESOME"
I can't describe this experience in words, being on board the GHAZALA with the crew and a good team of divers is the best possible idea to understand what I went through.Thank you for etching in my memory one of the best diving experiences, I hope to see you again soon.FriendlyEdd's
Recommended for
The welcome, friendliness and quality of services
15 Nov, 2022

10 Exceptional
Wim D
Belgium

Absolutely amazing!!!
Diving with a school of Hamerheads at Deadalous was absolutely amazing, I specialy took this itenerary to see them. For my 100th dive the crew gave me a small surprise which was very kind of them. The dive guides are super professional and never felt unsafe. I can only recommend this company and will book with them again if I go back to Egypt. Keep up the good work ;-)
Recommended for
Super lovely atmosphere between divers and crew, the cabins are very spacious and beds are compfortable, rental gear was in very good condition
30 Aug, 2023

10 Exceptional
Stefanie K
Germany

Relaxed and stress-free safari on a super boat
All in all, it was extremely good. The food was delicious, the cabins large, bright and clean.The common areas were comfortable and large. You never had the feeling of too many people or crampedness. We actually all got along well and chatted a lot between dives and exchanged photos. Great friendships have developed.The dive guides always explained the dive ponts to me in detail and described the current, I never felt unsafe.You could always go diving with a guide or on your own with Buddy. It was never hectic, which was very important to me. Most of the time we dived directly from the boat or with Zodiac. We had stunning dives with deflines, large schools of fish, octopus, stonefish, lionfish and very beautiful wrecks. I would love to come back. 10 of 10👍
Recommended for
The dive guides are super personable and nice, great briefing, relaxed dives. The whole dive group was great, we got along great and had a good time. There was no hecktik, you could be guided or alone with buddy diving.
30 Mar, 2023

10 Exceptional
Claudia K
United States

Fantastic diving in the Red Sea
The staff is always friendly and happy to help make it the best experience possible. Fun crowd and great food
Recommended for
Great food. Good cabin size. Fantastic staff.
12 Dec, 2024

10 Exceptional
George F
United Kingdom

10/10 would highly recommend! Will be back :)
I honestly can’t even put into words how good this trip was with Ghazala Explorer. Everything from the food to the boat to the crew to the dive guides was all perfect! The only slight improvement I would recommend is that the beds could be slightly softer. I want to say a huge thank you to the crew for making our trip so incredible! It’s rare to find a trip with so few faults.
Recommended for
The staff. The boats facilities/food. Incredible dive sites.
01 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Stella S
United States

Book this one!
Go ahead and book that trip! Being on the Ghazala Explorer is one amazing liveaboard experience. The boat, the staff, the food, the diving experience and assistance is extraordinary. The boat is immaculately clean, the staff is always smiling and ready to help and the briefings are always entertaining and very informational. Having beach towels and plush terry cloth robes is an amazing touch! ALL THE TOILETS HAVE A BIDET! WOOHOO! But its this huge white doorknob thing close to the base, unlike the "bum guns" you find all over Southeast Asia. (this, to me, is exceptionally important!) The customer service is TOP NOTCH. I cannot ask for anything more - they have been immeasurably assuring and very attentive to all of my questions. The dive guides are amazing and you cannot ask anything more! I think I found the best falafels on this boat, and I have a suspicion everything else I taste will fail in comparison. The experience on the boat is fun and very congenial. The dive guides caught me dancing and singing while diving so eventually they joined in right after safety stops and we had some fun scuba dancing. Though, I'd say I got extremely lucky since I do have the same name as the local beer, so they instantaneously remember my name! Some tips and travel advice: BRING ALL YOUR COMFORT STUFF. Vicks Vaporub/Tiger Balm type of stuff is NOWHERE to be found in Hurghada, and if you do find it, it's not the same smell. There are no Asian stores around and the pharmacies don't carry it. Trust me, I looked. Tampons are not everywhere, so if there's a specific brand you like, bring that with you too. Also, Red Tiger Balm is GOLD around these parts. So if you are carrying them (or something similar) from wherever you are coming from, please bring an extra jar or two for the crew. They will forever remember the amazing gesture! (Diving tip: I massage a little red tiger balm around my ears so i equalize better underwater.)
Recommended for
Customer Service, Boat Experience, Amazing Boat, Staff and Crew
11 Apr, 2024