Beginner Scuba Diving Hurghada: 2 Guided Dives, Lunch & Transfer

Your First Breath Underwater, Guided Every Step

A beginner scuba diving activity in Hurghada for first-time divers, with two guided dives to a maximum depth of 10 meters, a certified instructor in a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio, and lunch and drinks on board. The operator is a family-run PADI resort with over 20 years in Hurghada. Hotel pickup is included from central Hurghada. Friends and family can snorkel or relax on the boat instead.

The experience

You start at the boat in Hurghada, where you meet your professional diving instructor and go through a thorough safety briefing and equipment fitting. The day is built around two guided dives, each about 15 minutes, so you spend time in the water without the fatigue of a longer push. Your instructor stays with you the whole time (either one-on-one or paired with one other diver), which means you're never managing the underwater environment alone. Between dives, you're back on the boat with refreshing drinks and light snacks, giving your body time to settle before the second descent.

At a maximum depth of 10 meters, you explore colorful coral reefs and the marine life of the Red Sea in a relaxed pace. The depth is shallow enough to feel safe and controlled, and the reef itself carries the whole experience. You're not fighting the environment, you're watching it. The boat is comfortable, and the crew keeps things moving without rushing. If anyone in your group doesn't want to dive, they can snorkel from the boat or simply stay on deck and watch the Red Sea. Children under 10 can snorkel instead of diving.

Lunch and coffee or tea are included, so you're not managing hunger or thirst between the water and the ride home. Hotel pickup from central Hurghada is included, which means you don't arrange transport on top of everything else. The whole day runs about 7 hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• All SCUBA equipment and snorkeling gear.
• two guided dives with a certified instructor in a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio.
• lunch and refreshments on board.
• shower and bathroom facilities.
• hotel pickup from central Hurghada.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Youth (10 to 16 years) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, French, German, Arabic, Polish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 34

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by White Dolphin Diving Center

Is this one for you?The full day and the shallow depth mean this works for a first dive without overwhelming you. You're in the water twice, not all day, and the 10-meter limit keeps the pressure manageable while the reef stays vivid. If you're picking your first dive and want instruction that stays close, this setup delivers it.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German, Arabic, Russian and Polish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 16 years); Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What's the difference between a 1:1 and 1:2 ratio dive?

In a 1:1 ratio, one instructor dives with you alone. In a 1:2 ratio, the instructor supervises you and one other beginner diver together. Both are safe and common for intro dives. The choice depends on whether you prefer solo attention or sharing the experience with another first-timer.

How deep do you go on a beginner dive?

The maximum depth is 10 meters, which is shallow enough for a controlled first experience and deep enough to see the coral reefs and fish of the Red Sea clearly. Your instructor controls the descent and stays with you the entire time.

Can my family come if they don't want to dive?

Yes. Friends and family are welcome on the boat. They can snorkel from the boat, or simply relax on deck and enjoy the Red Sea while you dive. Children under 10 cannot dive but can snorkel instead.

What's included in the day?

The trip includes all SCUBA equipment, two guided dives with a certified instructor, lunch, drinks and coffee or tea on board, shower and bathroom facilities on the boat, and hotel pickup from central Hurghada.

How long is the whole experience?

The full day runs about 7 hours from hotel pickup to return, which includes the safety briefing, two dives of about 15 minutes each, time on the boat between dives, lunch, and the boat ride to and from the dive site.