Description
Boat
Blue Horizon is a beautiful wooden vessel measures 41m in length and 8.75m in breadth. With two engines onboard, it cruises at 13 knots per hour.
Originally built in 2006, and had a completely refurbished during 2016 to 2017, and now operates as part of the Master Liveaboards fleet in the crystal blue waters of the Red Sea.
Blue Horizon is specially laid-out for having guests spend their holidays aboard, there is of course ample space for all guests to relax and enjoy their diving cruise. A generous sundeck on the fly bridge, a separate bar and sky lounge with state of the art entertainment system and even a Jacuzzi make for a luxurious stay on board.
There is also plenty of room for guests who prefer to relax and unwind in the shade. Featuring a nitrox membrane, booster pump, a technical blending panel, the Red Sea Master fully caters for rebreathers and technical divers.
Onboard, the chef offer a choice of international and local cuisine, all meals are served in buffet style. In between the meals, there is always some tasty treats for you to pick up. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let our booking agents know, so we can put an note for you.
There is a range of fruit juices, balck/green herbal teas, carbonated soft drinks available any time of the day, as well as instant and freshly brewed coffee. Guests may also select beer, wine or spirit from the cocktail bar for an additional fee, in accordace with local law, we have a "Ship-Only" bar policy.
Blue Horizon provide divers a spacious and well equipped dive deck at the rear of the main deck. All guests will be allocated an individual set up location with under bench storage for masks, fins and other personal items. A central camera set up table can be used to store prepared equipment ahead of the dive, with dedicated rinse tanks provided.
Cabin
Blue Horizon has 13 spacious & luxury guest cabins, it can accommodate up to 26 guests per tirp:
All cabins equipped with air-conditioning, ensuite bathroom, in-cabin entertainment system, a mini fridge, storage spaces and charging station with 220v EU/UK sockets.
4 Premium Cabins (#1 - 4) :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with one double bed, seaview windows.
5 Classic Double/Twin Cabins (#5, 6, 7, 8, 9) :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed side by side, portholes.
4 Classic Twin Cabins (# 10, 11, 12, 13):
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.
Diving
- Up to 4 dives per day, about 18 dives per week
- No night dives are allowed in the Egyptian Marine Parks
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- No dives on the day of embarkation and disembarkation.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- Supports all types of totally closed-circuit rebreathers (CCR)
- Private Dive Guide Service can be provided with extra cost.
- Dive courses can be offered during the trip, must be pre-booked.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Available with additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Available with additional cost
- Technical Dive：Available with additional cost
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Complimentary for all guests
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash (USD/EUR/EGP/GBP) only
- Crew Number：14, include 2 - 3 dive guides**
Itineraries
ULTIMATE RED SEA (10 NIGHTS)
Taking in the world-famous marine parks at Brothers and Daedalus as well as the Ship's Graveyard at Abu Nuhas and SS Thistlegorm wreck, this thrilling itinerary of wrecks and spectacular drop offs is perfect for divers keen to glimpse some big animals at these remote off-shore dive sites.
Top dive sites : Strait of Tiran, Sha'ab El Erg, Elphinstone, Abu Nuhas, SS Thistlegorm, Safaga, Brother Islands, Daedalus.
NORTH AND SAFAGA
North and Safaga is a new itinerary designed to take in the best of the northern Red Sea plus a little south of Hurghada to Safaga, with a combination of world-famous wrecks, incredible drop-offs and reef systems.
Top dive sites : Abu Kefan, Panorama Reefs, Gubal Island, Ras Mohamed - Shark & Yolanda Reefs, Sha'ab El Erg, Abu Nuhas, SS Thistlegorm, Safaga
BEST OF RED SEA
Taking in the world-famous marine parks at Daedalus, Rocky and Zabargad, this thrilling itinerary of spectacular drop offs is perfect for adventurous divers keen to catch a glimpse of hammerheads and spinner dolphins and get away from the crowds at these remote offshore reefs.
Top dive sites : Elphinstone, Zabargad, Rocky Island, Daedalus.
BEST OF WRECKS
The Best of Wrecks cruise allows you to take in some of the most iconic wrecks from the northern Red Sea to the Brothers including Abu Nuhas, Thistlegorm, Rosalie Moller, Salem Express, Numidia and Aida. There will be some reef dives on this cruise but the priority is as many wrecks as possible!
DAEDALUS AND ST JOHNS
This itinerary combines the spectacular drop-offs and big pelagics at Daedalus with the stunning variety of St Johns. This is an amazing opportunity to dive some of the most stunning reefs in the Red Sea.
Top dive sites : Daedalus, St.Johns Reef, Fury Shoal
DEEP SOUTH
This itinerary focuses on the stunning reefs of St. Johns and Fury Shoal. On this safari divers will have the opportunity to explore a variety of truly unique dive sites home to some very interesting and unusual reef formations.
Top dive sites : Elphinstone, St.Johns Reef, Fury Shoal
NORTH AND BROTHERS
Taking in the classic North and the legendary Brother Islands, this thrilling itinerary of spectacular drop offs, famous wrecks and stunning reefs gives divers the chance to enjoy the best of the North and the Brothers marine park.
Top dive sites : Ras Mohamed - Shark & Yolanda Reefs, SS Thistlegorm, Safaga, Brother Islands
NORTHERN WRECKS AND REEFS
This classic itinerary allows you to take in iconic wrecks and stunning reefs across the northern Red Sea.
Top dive sites : Danaba (Shag Rock), Gubal Island, Ras Mohamed - Shark & Yolanda Reefs, Abu Nuhas, SS Thistlegorm
B.D.E - SIMPLY THE BEST
Top dive sites : Brother Islands, Daedalus, Elphinstone.
BROTHERS, SAFAGA & ELPHINSTONE
Top dive sites : Brother Islands, Safaga, Elphinstone.
More
| Destinations | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Rebreather Friendly, Tech Friendly, Camera Station, Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | English |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Alcoholic beverage
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Egypt
Best time for diving
March to May & September to October, however, Egypt can be good for scuba diving any time of the year. The whale shark season occurs from the end of May until the end of July in the northern Red Sea. The plankton blooms bring manta rays in to feed from May to August. From May to July, there is a higher chance to spot schooling of hammerheads in Daedalus, then the hammerheads move to Jackson Reef from July to September. And the turtle nesting season also happens from late May to early July. The Thresher Shark can be best spotted in winter. Grey reef sharks, dolphins, and dugongs can be spotted year-round.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 18°C - 25°C, summer months are between 32°C - 40°C.
Sea : winter months are between 20°C - 24°C, summer months are between 27°C - 30°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
In the winter months, a 5 - 7 mm full wetsuit is recommended. In summer months a rash vest or 3 mm shorty wetsuit is recommended.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels depending on which route you are heading to. We do recommend a minimum of 30 logged dives with AOW or equivalent level to enjoy the dives in Egypt.
You can find out more information about diving in Egypt here : Egypt.
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which route you are heading to, the embarkation and disembarkation can be from Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF), or Sharm El Sheikh (SSH).
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Egypt’s international airports. If you opt for a visa on arrival, you’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a travel itinerary, and documentation to prove accommodation or any booked tours.
Vaccinations
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if traveling from a country with a risk of YF virus transmission and ≥9 months of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with a risk of YF virus transmission. This includes Eritrea, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, and Zambia.1 In the absence of a vaccination certificate, the person will be detained in quarantine for up to 6 days after departure from an area at risk of YF virus transmission. An overview of the countries to which this applies can be downloaded here: Yellow Fever Risk Countries.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and ATMs are common, especially in the main tourist areas. Major hotels will usually accept payment by credit card. However, smaller hotels may expect cash and hard currency payments (USD/EUR).
Drones
To bring a drone to Egypt and fly it, you need to receive permission from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). If you do not have documentation of authorization, your drone will be confiscated at customs. However, getting permission to fly a drone from the CAA is difficult. Should you somehow manage to get your drone in, the onboarding screening will detect your drone and one of two things will happen: 1. your drone will be confiscated at the point of arrival and stored at the airport. 2. the drone will be detected and confiscated when you are leaving the country and you’ll be sanctioned for bringing an illegal commodity to Egypt. - So don't risk it, and leave your drone at home if you’re planning to travel to Egypt.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such a service.
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