Scuba diving in Hurghada

Hurghada counts among the best places to dive, for a first time as much as for an experienced diver: visibility frequently above twenty-five metres, comfortable water for much of the year, and rich, shallow reefs. The day is spent on the dive centre's boat, with two dives separated by lunch, snorkeling in between and drinks served on board all day.

On a first dive, the instructor gives a full briefing on board, then a familiarisation exercise in shallow water covers the essential moves. Two dives follow, fifteen to twenty minutes each, at a maximum of six metres, with the instructor one-on-one. No experience is required, but a medical questionnaire must be filled in and the minimum age is ten. Certified divers also do two dives, thirty-five to forty minutes each, at a depth matched to their level: bring your card and logbook to boarding.