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Diving in Hurghada – Best Red Sea Dive Guide & Prices

Diving in Hurghada – The Ultimate Red Sea Guide

Warm water, world‑class reefs and shipwrecks, playful dolphins and a friendly dive community. This guide shows you how to plan safe, unforgettable Red Sea diving in Hurghada — with clear prices, trusted courses and relaxed daily boat trips.

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Welcome to Hurghada: The Gateway to Red Sea Diving

Once a quiet fishing town, Hurghada has grown into a beloved diving hub on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Diving Hurghada: Expect clear visibility up to 30 meters, gentle conditions for beginners, and enough variety to keep advanced divers excited for years. You’ll find colorful coral gardens, dramatic drop‑offs, historic wrecks, friendly turtles, passing reef sharks and, on lucky days, manta rays or a whale shark. Whether you want an easy introduction or a deep dive into history, Hurghada offers the full package: professional guidance, modern boats, and down‑to‑earth hospitality.

Perfect Conditions
Water 22–30 °C year‑round and calm seas make Hurghada ideal for first‑time divers and families.
Great Value
Training and trips are affordable versus other destinations, while standards remain high and equipment modern.
Something for Everyone
From try‑dives and snorkel days to advanced specialties and legendary wreck expeditions.

Top Dive Sites Around Hurghada

Local captains choose sites each morning based on weather and experience levels. Here are four favorites that showcase why divers love the area.

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Diving Hurghada: Giftun Island National Park

Reefs • All Levels

Giftun delivers classic Red Sea color: hard and soft corals, gentle drifts and schools of anthias. Beginners love the easy entries; photographers love the light and visibility.

Diving Hurghada Abu Nuhas shipwreck area

Diving Hurghada: Abu Nuhas Wrecks

Wrecks • Intermediate+

Known as the “ship graveyard”, four accessible wrecks sit on one reef. Expect iconic silhouettes, cargo holds and teeming life — a must for wreck fans.

Diving Hurghada Dolphin House Sha’ab El Erg

Diving Hurghada: Dolphin House (Sha’ab El Erg)

Reef • Snorkel & Beginner

Shallow turquoise lagoons invite calm snorkeling and gentle beginner dives. Wild dolphins are often seen cruising the reef edge — a magical bonus.

Diving Hurghada Thistlegorm WWII wreck cargo

Diving Hurghada: The Thistlegorm

Wreck • Advanced

Frequently listed among the world’s best wreck dives. A WWII time capsule with trucks, motorbikes and railcars — haunting, historic and unforgettable.

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Diving Courses in Hurghada

First‑timers can start with a safe, one‑on‑one try‑dive to learn the basics of breathing and buoyancy. Ready for a license? The PADI Open Water Diver course teaches equipment setup, skills practice and four open‑water dives, granting a certification valid worldwide. Already certified? Step up with Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, or specialties such as Wreck, Drift, Night, Deep and Underwater Photography. Instruction is available in multiple languages and group sizes are kept small so you learn comfortably at your pace.

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Safety & Standards
PADI‑certified instructors, detailed briefings, oxygen kits on board and emergency protocols practiced regularly.
Multi‑Language
Friendly guidance available in English, Dutch, German and Arabic — clear communication from day one.
Transparent Pricing
Intro dives from €45, day trips from €75 and full PADI courses typically €280–€350 depending on options.

When to Dive & What You’ll See

Diving is possible all year. April–June offers warm seas with lively reefs. July–August brings hot sunshine topside and a chance for passing pelagics like manta rays or a whale shark. October–December is mild, calm and less crowded with postcard‑perfect visibility. Expect over 200 coral species and around 1,000 fish species: parrotfish, butterflyfish, lionfish, napoleon wrasse, and the always‑popular clownfish. Resident green and hawksbill turtles are common, reef sharks appear on deeper walls, and curious dolphins sometimes visit dive groups.

Family enjoying Red Sea boat day
“Relaxed, professional vibe — our kids loved the boat!”
Group of divers on deck
“Small groups, clear briefings and two brilliant dives.”
Colorful reef scene underwater
“Best coral we’ve seen — vivid, healthy and teeming with life.”
Smiling divers returning to the boat
“Warm crew, tasty lunch and stress‑free logistics.”
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FAQ – Diving in Hurghada

Is diving in Hurghada safe?
Yes. Calm conditions, clear briefings and certified instructors keep dives comfortable and controlled. Boats carry oxygen and first‑aid; procedures are standard on every trip.
How much does it cost to dive?
Introductory dives typically start around €45. A relaxed day trip with two dives is usually from €75, and full PADI courses often range from €280 to €350. See the latest details here: Prices.
Can beginners join?
Absolutely. Try‑dives introduce you to breathing underwater in shallow, safe conditions. If you catch the bug, continue to your Open Water Diver license.
What’s the water temperature?
Expect roughly 22 °C in winter rising to around 30 °C in summer. A shorty or 3 mm suit is common in warmer months; thicker suits are comfortable in winter.
Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh?
Hurghada makes wrecks and dolphin encounters very accessible, while Sharm offers Ras Mohammed and the Straits of Tiran. Both are excellent; choose based on the sites that excite you most.
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Why Divers Love Hurghada

  • Crystal visibility and gentle seas suit all experience levels.
  • Iconic wrecks (Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas) within reach of day boats.
  • Warm welcome, tasty lunches and easy hotel pickups daily.

What to Expect

  • Small groups matched by level
  • Briefings in multiple languages
  • Modern gear and safety kits on board

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