Beginner Scuba Diving in Hurghada: Red Sea Reefs

Instructors stay by your side underwater, building your confidence dive by dive.

Beginner scuba diving in Hurghada puts you in the Red Sea with a certified instructor guiding two intro dives at carefully selected sites known for clear water and vibrant coral reefs. The program keeps groups small, paces the day to balance adventure with rest between dives, and includes full equipment, lunch on the boat, hotel pickup, and snorkeling during surface intervals. It's built for first-time divers who want personalized attention and a safe introduction to the underwater world.

The experience

The boat leaves from your hotel in Hurghada and carries you to dive sites chosen for clear visibility and rich marine life. Before entering the water, a certified instructor briefs you on the basics and walks through each step: how the equipment works, how to breathe underwater, how to move and stay calm. You're not rushed into the deep. The introduction happens at a pace that builds your confidence from the moment you slip into the Red Sea.

You make two intro dives, each time with the instructor at your side. The coral reefs here are vibrant and the fish are abundant. You'll see colorful species and the unique marine life that makes the Red Sea one of the world's top diving destinations. Between dives, the boat becomes your floating rest stop. You can relax on deck, swim off the side, snorkel in the shallows, or simply watch the sea and take in the quiet. Lunch is served on board, along with soft drinks and water.

Full diving equipment is provided (wetsuit, tank, regulator, weight belt, buoyancy control device), so you arrive with nothing but your swimsuit and your willingness to try. The crew handles the logistics. You focus on the experience. By the time the boat returns to your hotel, you've completed your first scuba dives in one of the world's most welcoming diving destinations.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within Hurghada.
• two intro scuba dives with a certified instructor.
• full diving equipment including wetsuit, tank, regulator and weight belt.
• snorkeling during surface intervals between dives.
• lunch on board.
• soft drinks and water throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 to 75 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish, French, German, Arabic and Polish

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$ 11.18

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Lovely Jubbly Tours Egypt

Is this one for you?The seven-hour commitment means you can dive in the morning or afternoon and still have the rest of your day free. The pacing leaves room for breakfast before or dinner after, without cramming the experience into a rushed half-day. Small groups and personalized instructor attention are what make the step-by-step introduction work, so if you're a first-time diver who wants confidence built gradually rather than speed, this format removes the anxiety of being one of many.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens during the boat ride to the dive sites?

The boat carries you from your Hurghada hotel to carefully selected dive locations in the Red Sea. During the journey, your instructor briefs you on the basics of scuba diving, explains the equipment, and walks you through what to expect underwater, so you arrive at the site ready and informed.

Will I be diving alone or with other people?

You dive in a small group with a certified instructor who stays with you throughout each dive. The small-group format is what allows the instructor to give personalized attention and adjust the pace to your comfort level.

What's included in the lunch on the boat?

Lunch is served on board between your two dives, along with soft drinks and water. The meal is part of the package and gives you time to rest and recover before your second dive.

Do I need to bring my own diving equipment?

No. Full diving equipment is provided: wetsuit, tank, regulator, weight belt, and buoyancy control device. You only need to bring your swimsuit and a towel.

How long is the entire experience from pickup to return?

The full experience lasts seven hours, including hotel pickup, the boat ride, two dives with surface intervals, lunch, snorkeling time, and return to your hotel.