Scuba Diving in El Gouna: Two Dives with Boat & Guide

Two dives in a single morning, with time to breathe between them

A scuba diving trip in El Gouna with two dives at carefully selected sites away from crowds, hotel pickup, a live guide in English, German or Arabic, and a 25-meter boat with sun deck and shade. Lunch is available separately. You bring your own equipment or rent it at checkout. Children are welcome from age 10.

The experience

The day starts around 8 AM with pickup from your hotel or apartment in El Gouna. A private bus takes you to Abydos harbor just minutes away. From there, the boat Vienna, a 25-meter vessel, heads out to one of 55 accessible dive sites in the area. You have time on the sun deck or in the shade to get your equipment ready during the ride, so there's no rush to be fully geared before you leave the harbor.

At the first site, a briefing prepares you for the dive, then you're in the water. After you surface and decompress, there's a break before the second dive. This is when lunch becomes an option (ordered separately). While you eat or rest, the boat moves to the next site. A second briefing and dive follow the same rhythm. The spacing between dives means you're not racing through the day. The guide stays with you both times to keep you safe and point out what's worth seeing.

Once the second dive is done, the boat returns to Abydos harbor and the bus brings you back to your hotel. The whole outing runs about eight hours from pickup to drop-off. Equipment rental is available if you don't have your own. If you do, bring it along. The boat carries experienced guides who speak English, German or Arabic, so communication is straightforward whether you're asking about a site or need clarification on a procedure.

What’s included

• Hotel or apartment pickup in El Gouna.
• a 25-meter boat with sun deck and shaded areas.
• two guided dives at selected sites.
• all dive fees and taxes.
• a live guide in English, German or Arabic.
• equipment rental available at checkout as an option.

Options for this experience

2 options

Use your own gearGuide in English, German or Arabic · 07:30Includes pickup

Premium rental equipment includedGuide in English, German or Arabic · 07:30Premium rental equipment included, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (10 to 11 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 28 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish, German and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 25 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Blue Brothers Diving

Is this one for you?The eight-hour structure with a break between dives suits divers who want two solid dives without the rush. You surface, rest, eat if you want, and dive again without feeling hurried. Bring your own gear if you have it, or rent on the day. Either way, the guide and boat handle the logistics so you focus on the water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 11 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I do this dive trip if I'm staying outside El Gouna?

Yes. Hotel or apartment pickup is included for any accommodation in El Gouna, so the bus collects you wherever you're staying and brings you back after the dives.

What happens between the first and second dive?

You surface, decompress and rest on the boat while it travels to the second dive site. Lunch is available during this break if you want to order it separately. Otherwise you can relax in the shade or on the sun deck.

Do I need to bring my own scuba equipment?

You can bring your own or rent equipment at checkout. The choice is yours. Either way, you'll have what you need ready before the boat leaves the harbor.

What's included in the price?

The scuba diving trip includes all fees and taxes, hotel pickup, the boat, a live guide, and two dives at selected sites. Lunch and drinks are not included and are ordered separately.

Is this suitable for someone who's never dived before?

The trip is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide is with you both times to ensure you feel safe. Children are welcome from age 10. If you have cardiovascular concerns, check with your doctor first.

How many dive sites are there to choose from?

El Gouna has 55 accessible dive sites, and the operator selects the two for your trip based on conditions and your level, aiming for quieter spots away from crowds.