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Cabins

14

Length / Width

41 m / 8 m

Year built

2009 

Rental equip.

YES ($)

Internet

NO

Nitrox

FREE

Highlights

  • Grand Sea Explorer dives all of the Red Sea's most iconic hot spots, including Ras Mohamed National Park, Brothers and Elphinstone
  • Enjoy the unforgettable dive diversity of world-class wrecks, drift dives, sheer drop-offs, caverns and vibrant reefs
  • Dive with a huge range of large pelagics like hammerheads, mantas and thresher sharks
  • The ship is custom-designed for post-dive relaxation, with free Wi-Fi, a library, a well-stocked bar and large open areas for sunbathing
  • Rebreather-friendly, equipped for technical and nitrox divers, with all dives from tenders to ensure that your time in this biodiverse paradise is as enjoyable as possible
  • From May through September, up to four dives a day are offered; while from October through April, three dives a day are offered due to shorter days and less daylight
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
  • 90 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel 67 day or less you will forfeit 100% of your trip; 35% if you cancel between 67 and 187 days; 25% if you cancel between 187 and 247; 15% if you cancel between 247 and 372 days; 5% if you cancel more than 372 days prior to departure date.


SPECIAL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) TERMS :  If travel restrictions are implemented by the local governments due to COVID 19 (Coronavirus) which means you are unable to travel, you can re-schedule your trip on the same vessel/itinerary within the next 2 years


Cabins

Description

Grand Sea Explorer welcomes you to explore the most remote and unspoiled reefs of the Red Sea.

This yacht spares no expense in creating the perfect dive safari adventure amidst the biodiversity and incredible landscapes of the Red Sea. The roomy and luxurious liveaboard unveils the treasures of the Red Sea as it transports you to unforgettable drift dives, sheer drop-offs, caverns, wrecks, vibrant reefs, large pelagic encounters and a vast array of fish species. The itineraries on offer include iconic sites such as Brothers, Fury Shoal, and Daedalus, inviting you to discover their underwater secrets.

Luxury cabins with multi-jet showers, mini bars and bathrobes

Grand Sea Explorer is a roomy 135 feet long and has a multi-lingual crew of 10. This welcoming and experienced team strive to provide a quality service to ensure the perfect dive vacation, above and below the water. The yacht accommodates a maximum of 24 guests in 12 large, air-conditioned cabins. The cabin options on this liveaboard include: 10 Twin Cabins and two Double Cabin Suites. 

Four of the Twin Cabins are situated on the upper deck while the remaining cabins are on the lower deck. Lower deck cabins have porthole windows, and there are ocean view windows in upper deck cabins. Each cabin is equipped with individual temperature control, a private bathroom with a hot water multi-jet shower, mini bar, towels and bathrobes, music, cabinet and shelves, mirror, reading lights, 24-hour 220v electricity supply and European-style two-pin plugs.

Outstanding food between diving

The food will be plentiful and appeal to every appetite in order to fuel the action-packed dives. Meals on the Grand Sea Explorer are served in the air-conditioned main salon or on the open-air dining area on deck, and consist of International dishes and local delicacies. The chef-prepared, mouth watering meals are served 'buffet style'. Three main meals will be offered each day, along with fruit, biscuits, tea, coffee and water, to ensure no diver goes hungry. Special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian and halal, can be accommodated with advance notice.

Onboard entertainment

The spacious, air-conditioned salon features a state-of-the-art entertainment system, complete with movies. Share your amazing photos with friends and family with the free onboard Wi-Fi. For avid readers, try the library with novels, magazines, fish ID books and games. What better way to end a perfect day of diving than hanging at the bar with your buddy and recapping the day’s adventures. 

Outside, you can wander round the large open areas to soak up the sun and enjoy views of the Red Sea. These areas have ample and comfortable seating and sun mattresses for cat naps or tanning. Guests looking for more action between dives can try their hand at fishing or go snorkeling.

How to get there

Please refer to logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.

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Deck Plan

DIVING SERVICES

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Int (Yoke) Valves
  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • 15L Tanks Available
  • Nitrox (Free)
  • Rental Equipment ($)

For your safety

  • Fire Alarm
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Rafts
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • Automatic External Defibrillator (Aed)
  • First Aid Kits
  • Emergency Positioning Radio Beacon

Languages spoken

  • English
  • German
  • Italian
  • Arabic
  • Russian
  • Polish

PADI® Courses Available

  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Scuba Refresher
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Nitrox Certification
  • Rebreather Course
  • Night Diver
  • Wreck Diver
  • Drift Diving
  • Boat Diver
  • Technical Diving Courses
  • Other Specialties

Dive Center Facilities

  • Fish Id And Diving Books
  • Warm-Water Showers
  • Battery Charging Station

Boat Amenities

Great for families

  • Board Games
  • Movies

Amenities & services

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Spacious Diving Platform
  • Separate Zodiac/Dhoni

Facilities

  • Tech-Diving Friendly
  • Lounge/Tv Area
  • Equipment For Kids

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling

Payments

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Cash (Usd)
  • Cash (Eur)
  • Cash (Local Currency)

Food & drink

  • Buffet
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food

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