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Description
Boat
Golden Dolphin I is a deluxe standard dive yacht running by the Golden Dolphin Fleet, It provides guests quality time and pleasant moments in the Red Sea. It was originally built in 2003, and completely renovated in 2007 and 2014.
Golden Dolphin I measuring 35 meters long and 7.5 meters wide, it is designed especially for divers - it has a dive deck with a very large platform fully equipped with 3 compressors, 12L & 15L aluminum tanks, 2 zodiacs with outboard engines (25HP and 40HP) and plenty of room to store your personal gear and get ready before each dive.
Guests will also enjoy the spacious air-conditioned dining and salon area that comes with TV, Video/DVD and a stereo sound system, as well as two large and comfortable sun decks for relaxing in a cozy friendly atmosphere. There, non-diving partners will find several possibilities to have an exciting holiday trip as well.
In order to ensure safety at all times, the boat comes with 2 life rafts and life jackets, oxygen and first aid, fire extinguishers in every cabin and in the saloon, a fire alarm system and smoke detectors. The electricity supply onboard is European two-pin 220V/50Hz. As well there is a charging point for cameras and torches on the diving decks.
Golden Dolphin I offering guests WiFi free of charge. It will be available wherever is a signal for mobile phones. Please note that the Egyptian internet and mobile phone connection is not like European standard and the access will be limited (mainly available when the boat is closer to land).
Cabin
Golden Dolphin I has 10 guest cabins which can comfortably accommodate up to 20 guests.
All cabins comes with air-conditioning, private bathroom, a minibar and storage place.
2 Double Cabins:
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with one queen-sized bed, seaview window.
8 Twin Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.
Diving
- Usually offer 3 dives per day, about 16 dives per week
- No night dives are allowed in the Egyptian Marine Parks
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- No dives on the day of embarkation and disembarkation.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Complimentary for Nitrox divers
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional cost
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Complimentary for all guests
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (Euro/EGP/USD) ONLY
- Crew Number：Unknown, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
About Diving
For diving cruises which are going to the marine parks you need to have at least 50 logged dives as per regulation by the Egyptian law. For cruises to the Deep South we strongly recommend a minimum of 30 logged dives. The last dive should be made not longer than six months ago before the diving cruise starts.
If one of these requirements is not fulfilled our dive guides have the right to exclude the diver from certain dives during the diving trip. In addition the dive guides can change the route according to the training level and the experience of the divers.
About The Cruise
- Transfer from the airport on the arrival day at 06:00 pm
- leaving the marina on the next day before noon (by authority)
- Airport Hurghada / New Marina Hurghada – approximately 15 minutes
- Airport Hurghada / Port Galeb – approximately 3,5 hours
- Aiport Marsa Alam / Port Galeb – approximately 10 minutes
Routes
North Classic : Inlcude dive areas such as : SS Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas, Dunraven and the marine park Ras Mohammed.
North – Straits of Tiran : Inlcude dive areas such as SS Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas, Dunraven, the marine park Ras Mohammed, and the Sinai Peninsula.
North – Brother Islands : Inlcude dive areas such as SS Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas, Dunraven, the marine park Ras Mohammed, and the Brother Islands (Big Brother & Little Brother).
North – SS Turkia : Inlcude dive areas such as SS Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas, Dunraven, the marine park Ras Mohammed, and the SS Turkia wreck.
North Rosalie : Inlcude dive areas such as SS Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas, Dunraven, the marine park Ras Mohammed, and the Rosalie Moller wreck.
B.D.E : Inlcude dive areas such as Brother Islands (Big Brother & Little Brother), Daedalus Reef, Elphinstone Reef.
The Best of Red Sea : Inlcude dive areas such as Elphinstone Reef, Daedalus Reef, Zabargad Island, Rocky Island.
Rocky/Zabargad – St.Johns : Inlcude dive areas such as Zabargad Island, Rocky Island, St.Johns reefs.
South till Dolphin Reef (Sataya) : Inlcude dive areas such as Shaab Sharm & Shilineat (Wadi Gimal), Fury Shoals, Shaab Sharm.
St.Johns – Abu Fendera : Inlcude dive areas such as St.Johns reefs, Shaab Sharm, Abu Fandera.
Deep South : Include dive areas such as St.Johns reefs, Sataya, Hamata and Marsa Alam area
The tour descriptions (dive sites) are samples. Depending on the weather conditions and the quality of the divers other dive sites can be choosen.
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Nitrox fills
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Alcoholic beverage
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Egypt
Best time for diving
March to May & September to October, however, Egypt can be good for scuba diving any time of the year. The whale shark season occurs from the end of May until the end of July. The plankton blooms bring manta rays in to feed from May to August. From May to July, there is a higher chance to spot schooling of hammerheads in Daedalus, then the hammerheads move to Jackson Reef from July to September. And the turtle nesting season also happens from late May to early July. The Thresher Shark can be best spotted in winter. Grey reef sharks, dolphins, and dugongs can be spotted year-round.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 18°C - 25°C, summer months are between 32°C - 40°C.
Sea : winter months are between 20°C - 24°C, summer months are between 27°C - 30°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
In the winter months, a 5 - 7 mm full wetsuit is recommended. In summer months a rash vest or 3 mm shorty wetsuit is recommended.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels depending on which route you are heading to. We do recommend a minimum of 30 logged dives with AOW or equivalent level to enjoy the dives in Egypt.
You can find out more information about diving in Egypt here : Egypt.
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which route you are heading to, the embarkation and disembarkation can be from Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF), or Sharm El Sheikh (SSH).
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Egypt’s international airports. If you opt for a visa on arrival, you’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a travel itinerary, and documentation to prove accommodation or any booked tours.
Vaccinations
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if traveling from a country with a risk of YF virus transmission and ≥9 months of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with a risk of YF virus transmission. This includes Eritrea, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, and Zambia.1 In the absence of a vaccination certificate, the person will be detained in quarantine for up to 6 days after departure from an area at risk of YF virus transmission. An overview of the countries to which this applies can be downloaded here: Yellow Fever Risk Countries.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and ATMs are common, especially in the main tourist areas. Major hotels will usually accept payment by credit card. However, smaller hotels may expect cash and hard currency payments (USD/EUR).
Drones
To bring a drone to Egypt and fly it, you need to receive permission from the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). If you do not have documentation of authorization, your drone will be confiscated at customs. However, getting permission to fly a drone from the CAA is difficult. Should you somehow manage to get your drone in, the onboarding screening will detect your drone and one of two things will happen: 1. your drone will be confiscated at the point of arrival and stored at the airport. 2. the drone will be detected and confiscated when you are leaving the country and you’ll be sanctioned for bringing an illegal commodity to Egypt. - So don't risk it, and leave your drone at home if you’re planning to travel to Egypt.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such a service.
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