Scuba Diving in Hurghada: Introductory Dive with Instructor

Your first breath underwater, guided from the start

An introductory scuba dive in Hurghada's Red Sea with a certified PADI instructor, no prior certification required. You get hotel pickup, a morning boat trip to a beginner site, classroom briefing on equipment and safety, shallow-water practice to build confidence, two guided dives with professional instruction, lunch, and all gear. The full day (7 hours) means you're in and out without rushing the learning or the underwater time.

The Experience

Your day starts with an air-conditioned pickup from your Hurghada hotel and a boat ride into the Red Sea. Once you reach the dive site, a certified PADI instructor walks you through the essentials before you enter the water—how to use the equipment, safety procedures, and the hand signals divers use to communicate underwater. You'll practice basic skills in shallow water first, getting comfortable with breathing through the regulator and moving in the weightless environment, so by the time you descend deeper you're not fighting nerves.

Two guided dives follow, with the instructor staying close and the site chosen for beginners. You're not watching from a boat; you're the one moving through the water, adjusting your buoyancy, and seeing what the Red Sea actually holds at depth. The boat crew assists throughout the day, and between dives there's time to rest, ask questions, and eat lunch while you're still on the water.

The 7-hour commitment means you're not squeezed into a half-day slot—there's room to learn without rushing and to spend real time underwater instead of spending it on logistics. Water, soft drinks, and all diving equipment are included; the only thing to arrange separately is the national park fee if your hotel is outside central Hurghada (some hotels add a transfer surcharge on top of the base price).

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• boat transport to the dive site.
• certified PADI instructor for the full day.
• classroom briefing on equipment, safety, and underwater communication.
• shallow-water practice to build confidence.
• two guided dives at a beginner-friendly Red Sea site.
• all diving equipment (wetsuit, tank, regulator, buoyancy vest, fins, mask).
• lunch and soft drinks.
• full crew assistance throughout the day.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by More Egypt Tours

Is this one for you?The 7-hour span is what makes two real dives possible without turning the day into a sprint—you have time to learn in the classroom, practice in shallow water, and spend unhurried time underwater instead of spending it on transfers and waiting. Book this if you want to actually learn to dive rather than just dip in and out.

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Top questions

What do I need to know before booking if I've never dived before?

An introductory dive requires no certification—the instructor teaches you everything in the briefing and shallow water before you go deeper. You do need to be comfortable in water and in reasonable health; the operator notes it's not recommended for people with poor cardiovascular health, so check with a doctor if you have concerns.

How much time do I actually spend underwater on this dive?

You get two guided dives during the day. The exact bottom time depends on your comfort and air consumption, but the full 7-hour booking gives the instructor time to keep the pace relaxed and let you adjust to the underwater environment without rushing.

What's included in the price, and what costs extra?

The dive includes hotel pickup, boat transport, the instructor's briefing and guidance, all diving equipment, lunch, and drinks. The national park entrance fee is separate and varies by hotel location—roughly €5 to €15 per person depending on where you're staying in or near Hurghada.

Do I need to bring anything, or is the gear provided?

All diving equipment is provided—wetsuit, tank, regulator, buoyancy vest, fins, and mask. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes for after the dive; the boat has fresh water to rinse off.

What language does the instructor speak?

The guide is available in English, German, or Arabic, so confirm your language preference when you book.

Is this a private dive or a group experience?

This is a group introductory dive with other first-time divers and the certified instructor. The boat and the shallow practice site are set up for small groups learning together.